Meta wants to power AI data centers with solar energy from space

THE DECODER / 4/27/2026

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Meta has signed an agreement with startup Overview Energy to supply up to 1 gigawatt of space-based solar power for AI data centers.
The planned energy source relies on a technology that is not yet available, making the timeline and feasibility uncertain.
If it materializes, the approach could significantly change how AI data centers source clean electricity.
The deal signals Meta’s intent to pursue unconventional, long-horizon energy solutions to support its compute growth.

Meta has signed a deal with startup Overview Energy for up to 1 gigawatt of space-based solar power. The only catch: the technology doesn't exist yet.

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