Meta Expands Data Center Footprint with $800 Million Investment in Montgomery, Alabama

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## Meta Announces $800 Million Data Center Investment in Montgomery, Alabama - Meta, formerly known as Facebook, has announced plans to open an $800 million data center in Montgomery, Alabama. The new 715,000-square-foot, AI-optimized facility will be built off Interstate 65, across from the Hyundai automotive assembly plant. - The Montgomery data center will support 100 operational jobs and build on Meta's previous $1.5 billion investment in Alabama, which includes a data center campus in Huntsville. Once operational, the facility will be LEED Gold certified, supported by 100% renewable energy, and reach net zero emissions. ### Construction and Timeline - More than 1,000 construction workers are expected to be onsite at the peak of construction, with the facility expected to go online at the end of 2026. ### Economic Impact - Meta's decision to expand into Montgomery showcases the region's diversification into a knowledge-based economy and highlights the competitiveness of Montgomery's economic development team. The $840 million investment speaks to Meta's commitment to the people of Montgomery and is expected to have a massive long-term economic impact on the region. ### Sustainability and Community Engagement - Meta's sustainability practices have generated investments in renewable energy projects and supported Huntsville area schools and educational organizations with over 85 grants and sponsorships exceeding $4.2 million since 2019. Additional information on <Source>