Today, at the U.S. Department of Energy’s geothermal workshop, Meta announced a new partnership with Sage Geosystems to significantly expand the use of geothermal power in the United States. "At Meta, we understand the need for reliable, affordable and carbon-free power, and we’re committed to pioneering clean energy initiatives to support our work," a spokesperson from Meta stated. The company expressed excitement about partnering with Sage on a first-of-its-kind project exploring advanced geothermal energy in regions where it has not been previously feasible.

Meta acknowledged the Department of Energy's leadership in recognizing the potential of geothermal technology. Geothermal energy is considered a viable renewable source across the U.S., and Sage will employ its proprietary Geopressured Geothermal System (GGS) to provide carbon-free power for Meta’s data centers.

Currently, advanced geothermal energy is primarily utilized in Nevada, Utah, and California. However, Sage’s technology represents significant progress for the clean energy sector by demonstrating the capability to harness geothermal energy almost anywhere. This advancement promises a new era of reliable baseload power and enhanced grid stability. Hot dry rock resources are vastly more abundant compared to traditional hydrothermal formations, making Sage’s GGS technology highly scalable with potential for rapid expansion both domestically and globally.

The initial phase of this project aims to be operational by 2027. As part of this collaboration with Sage, Meta plans to deliver up to 150 MW of new geothermal baseload power to support its data center growth.

This initiative aligns with Meta's ongoing efforts towards achieving a zero-carbon economy through solutions that foster a healthier planet. To date, Meta has contracted over 12,000 MW in renewable energy projects, positioning itself as one of the largest corporate buyers of renewable energy worldwide.