In a move that appears to counter their recent green promises, Meta has announced that its new data center in Richland Parish, Louisiana, will operate using fossil fuel energy. Despite previous commitments to nuclear power, Meta chose to power its largest-ever facility with natural gas turbines, supplied by Entergy. The $10 billion project is noted as one of the biggest private investments in Louisiana’s history. However, environmental concerns are surfacing due to the facility’s reliance on three combined-cycle combustion turbine plants totaling a capacity of 2,262 MW. The turbines are designed to eventually incorporate up to 30% hydrogen, though critics question the feasibility and environmental friendliness. Even as Meta pledges to match its operations with renewable energy, local skepticism persists. Concerns over increased greenhouse gas emissions and reliance on non-renewable energy sources underscore the potential risks for Meta’s latest venture.