Meta plans $50B expansion of Richland Parish data center, largest in history
Meta announced a massive $50 billion expansion of its data center in Richland Parish, Louisiana, which will make it the largest in history and create 1,000 permanent jobs. The company also pledged over $1 billion for local infrastructure upgrades, including roads and water improvements. Governor Jeff Landry lauded the economic benefits of this investment.
Meta announced a monumental $50 billion expansion of its data center in Richland Parish, North Louisiana, on Monday. This development will more than double the size of the existing facility, establishing it as the largest data center ever built globally. The company also committed over $1 billion for local infrastructure enhancements, specifically targeting road and water improvements linked to the project.
Louisiana Governor Jeff Landry joined Meta officials for the announcement, emphasizing the significant economic boost and job creation the state anticipates from this venture, particularly in the realm of artificial intelligence. Governor Landry highlighted the historical pattern of new technologies generating more jobs than they displace. The expanded data center is projected to create 1,000 permanent jobs once it reaches full operational capacity in 2036.