Entergy will construct three gas plants to support Meta's new 4 million-square-foot data center in Louisiana, which will demand up to 5 gigawatts of electricity. Meta aims to cover project costs without burdening grid customers and plans to add renewable energy sources. Concerns have been raised about potential increases in consumer bills and environmental impacts, with critics arguing that the project prioritizes corporate interests over local residents' needs.
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Entergy to Build Three Gas Plants for Meta’s Biggest Data Center
Published date:
March 22, 2026
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Josh Saul, Riley Griffin
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EnergyNow.com
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