Meta’s ambitious endeavor to establish a nuclear-powered data center for AI operations hit a roadblock due to unexpected ecological concerns involving bees. During a company-wide meeting, CEO Mark Zuckerberg reportedly acknowledged that rare bee species at the proposed construction site contributed to scrapping the project, as per The Financial Times. The tech giant was negotiating with a nuclear power facility to secure emission-free energy for the AI center. However, environmental and regulatory constraints impeded the process. Though the specific location of the intended project remains undisclosed, the setback echoes broader challenges in integrating nuclear energy within tech infrastructure. The Electric Power Research Institute had initiated the Power-In-Pollinators program, promoting energy and ecological compatibility, underscoring the necessity for sustaining pollinators crucial for food production. Alternative tech leaders like Amazon and Google have also confronted hurdles in securing nuclear power for their data centers, showcasing the complexities of balancing technological advancement and environmental stewardship. Meta’s recent financial disclosures indicate a significant increment in AI data center expenditures, emphasizing the ongoing commitment to expanding AI capabilities while navigating these environmental and regulatory landscapes.