Jeff Clark, Advanced Power Alliance CEO, statement on Meta’s announced investment in Northeast Louisiana:
“The announcement of Meta’s groundbreaking $10 billion hyperscaler data center investment is a tremendous victory for Richland Parish, Northeast Louisiana, and the entire state. Diversification is key to economic resilience and this project further transforms the Louisiana economy and better positions it for continued growth and strength in the future.
We extend our congratulations to Meta, Entergy, Governor Landry, Louisiana Economic Development, Grow Northeast Louisiana, and all of the parties who helped make this monumental opportunity a reality. This investment is not just one of the largest in Louisiana’s history, it is a testament to the power of collaboration, energy diversification, and forward-thinking economic development strategies.
Meta’s commitment to matching its electricity use with 100% clean and renewable energy, enabled by Entergy’s Geaux Zero program, underscores the success of Louisiana’s energy policies in facilitating economic development. Entergy’s proactive approach to meeting the growing clean energy needs of its customers like Meta has positioned the state as a competitive, future-ready destination for both new and existing industries.
As energy demand, especially for clean energy, continues to surge — driven by population growth, data centers, cryptocurrency mining, AI, and traditional energy consumers like the petrochemical and traditional manufacturing sectors — Louisiana is demonstrating its ability to lead in energy availability. Entergy’s leadership in delivering advanced energy solutions ensures that the state remains at the forefront of attracting transformative and economically beneficial projects like this.
Whether it’s described as an “all of the above” approach or a commitment to “more of everything,” Louisiana’s energy strategy maximizes future growth by embracing both its traditional strengths in fossil fuels like oil and gas and its emerging leadership in renewable energy, hydrogen, and other cutting-edge technologies. Few states are as uniquely positioned to lead in the energy expansion and build a more prosperous, diversified, and sustainable economic future.”