Meta has announced a request for proposals (RFP) to secure 1-4 gigawatts (GW) of nuclear energy capacity in the United States, targeting deployment in the early 2030s. This move highlights the company’s aim to integrate reliable, firm power sources into its energy mix as it advances artificial intelligence (AI) technologies and sustainability commitments.

The initiative builds on Meta’s clean energy achievements, which include over 12,000 MW of renewable energy contracts and matching global operations with 100% renewable energy since 2020. Nuclear energy is seen as a necessary addition to support the significant energy demands of AI development while ensuring grid reliability.

In a blog post, Meta stated its intention to collaborate with developers early in the project lifecycle, acknowledging the capital-intensive and time-intensive nature of nuclear projects compared to traditional renewables. The company seeks partners capable of deploying reactors safely and efficiently while maintaining long-term reliability and economic viability.

This announcement follows similar moves by other tech leaders, such as Microsoft, Google, and Amazon, which have turned to nuclear energy to meet sustainability goals and rising energy demands. Proposals for the RFP are due by February 7, as Meta continues its efforts to support clean energy innovation and industry decarbonization.