Meta and Oklo Inc. Announce 1.2 GW Nuclear Energy Agreement in Ohio
Oklo’s proposed Aurora powerhouse facility in Pike County, Ohio will deliver 1.2 GW of nuclear capacity to Meta Platforms. Photo Credit: Oklo Inc.
Key Points
- Meta Platforms Inc. (Nasdaq: META) and Oklo Inc. (NYSE: OKLO) announced a 1.2 GW nuclear energy agreement for Pike County, Ohio.
- The project will deploy Oklo Aurora advanced reactors on 206 acres formerly owned by the U.S. Department of Energy.
- Phase 1 expected to come online as early as 2030, with full capacity by 2034.
- Meta will provide prepayment for power and funding; Oklo will use capital for nuclear fuel procurement and Phase 1 development.
- Part of Meta’s broader nuclear portfolio, which includes agreements with Vistra, TerraPower, and Oklo totaling up to 6.6 GW by 2035.
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The Agreement
Meta Platforms Inc. and advanced nuclear reactor developer Oklo Inc. announced a strategic energy partnership on January 9, 2026, marking a significant milestone in Meta’s decarbonization strategy and in the commercial deployment of next-generation nuclear technology. Under the agreement, Meta will procure 1.2 gigawatts of electrical capacity from a new Oklo facility to be constructed in Pike County, Ohio.
The financial structure reflects Meta’s commitment to supporting the nuclear fuel supply chain. Meta will provide prepayment for power and upfront funding to Oklo, enabling the company to procure nuclear fuel and fund Phase 1 construction of the facility. This arrangement underscores the growing trend of tech giants securing long-term clean energy commitments to power data centers and computing operations.
“Two years ago, Oklo shared its vision to build a new generation of advanced reactors in Ohio. Today, that vision is becoming a reality.”
— Jacob DeWitte, CEO and co-founder, Oklo Inc.
The agreement positions both companies to contribute meaningfully to U.S. energy infrastructure. Meta reinforces its nuclear energy strategy, which has expanded to include partnerships with established nuclear operators and advanced reactor developers. Oklo advances its mission to commercialize Aurora powerhouse technology, a fast fission reactor design engineered for reliable, cost-effective baseload electricity generation.
Project Details and Timeline
The Ohio facility will be developed on 206 acres in Pike County, a site with a former Department of Energy connection. This location selection reflects the project’s integration with existing nuclear infrastructure and the region’s experience with large-scale industrial development. The site choice also signals federal alignment with private-sector nuclear energy expansion.
Oklo will deploy multiple Aurora powerhouses at the facility, each engineered to operate at elevated temperatures and deliver reliable baseload power. The project will unfold in phases, beginning with pre-construction and site characterization activities in 2026. Phase 1 is targeted to achieve commercial operation as early as 2030, with subsequent phases scaling toward full 1.2 GW capacity by 2034.
The phased buildout approach offers flexibility for operational refinement and grid integration. Early-phase deployment allows Oklo to validate its Aurora technology at scale while establishing a production footprint. Meta’s commitment provides the economic certainty needed to execute this multi-year development plan without disruption.
“This project will create jobs, spur local innovation, and advance American leadership in energy technology.”
— Urvi Parekh, Head of Global Energy, Meta Platforms Inc.
The agreement is expected to generate substantial economic benefits for Pike County and Ohio. Thousands of construction jobs will be created during facility build-out, while permanent operations and maintenance roles will support long-term local employment. The project is also anticipated to expand the nuclear energy workforce through training and supply chain development.
Broader Context
Meta’s partnership with Oklo is part of a growing nuclear energy strategy. The company has announced agreements totaling up to 6.6 gigawatts of nuclear capacity by 2035, including partnerships with established utilities Vistra Energy and advanced reactor developer TerraPower. This portfolio approach reflects Meta’s substantial electricity demands from data center expansion and artificial intelligence computing infrastructure.
The agreement also reflects broader market momentum toward advanced nuclear technology. Regulatory frameworks have evolved to accommodate next-generation reactor designs, investment capital has increased, and industrial offtake agreements like Meta’s provide the revenue certainty needed to accelerate commercial deployment. Oklo’s partnership with a hyperscale tech company validates the business case for distributed nuclear power generation.
From a supply chain perspective, Meta’s willingness to provide upfront capital for nuclear fuel procurement demonstrates confidence in Oklo’s operational roadmap and the U.S. fuel supply ecosystem. This arrangement may become a template for future advanced reactor deployments, encouraging other developers to pursue comparable corporate partnerships.