Meta, Longroad Partner for 1000 Mile Solar Project in Texas

In a significant move to advance corporate renewable energy goals, Meta has entered into a Power Purchase Agreement (PPA) with Longroad Energy for the entire output of the 1000 Mile Solar project. Located in Yoakum County, Texas, the new facility is set to deliver 300 MWac (400 MWdc) of clean electricity to the Southwest Power Pool (SPP) grid, directly supporting Meta’s sprawling data center operations.

Project Milestone and Strategic Expansion

The 1000 Mile Solar project, which has already commenced construction, marks a major achievement for Longroad Energy, representing its largest solar development to date. With commercial operations slated to begin in 2026, this venture is also the company’s first project within the SPP footprint, signaling a strategic diversification of its portfolio in a state where it has already successfully developed six other wind and solar facilities.

Powering Corporate Sustainability

This partnership is a cornerstone of Meta’s commitment to achieving 100% renewable energy for its operations. Urvi Parekh, Meta’s Head of Energy, emphasized that collaborating with partners like Longroad is essential for bringing new renewable energy to the grid, helping the tech giant meet its sustainability targets and power its data centers with clean electricity. As one of the world’s largest corporate buyers of renewable energy, Meta’s long-term PPAs are a critical driver for new project development across the country.

Driving the Clean Energy Economy

The agreement underscores the growing trend of corporate offtake deals fueling the expansion of the U.S. renewable energy sector. By providing financial certainty for large-scale developments, these partnerships enable companies to lock in stable energy prices and substantially reduce their environmental impact. Since its inception in 2016, Longroad has developed or acquired 5.6 GW of renewable energy projects. Paul Gaynor, CEO of Longroad, highlighted the project’s importance in supporting Meta’s clean energy objectives and strengthening Texas’s position as a leader in renewable power generation.

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