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Meta Goes Nuclear: Big Tech’s AI Boom Sparks a New Atomic Age

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Meta Platforms has announced significant nuclear power agreements to support its expanding AI infrastructure, particularly its Prometheus AI supercluster in Ohio. The deals could yield up to 6.6 gigawatts of reliable, carbon-free energy by the mid-2030s, marking a shift towards nuclear as essential for AI’s energy demands amidst rising electricity needs.

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Frederick County Bets the Farm on Data Centers

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On September 2, 2025, the Frederick County Council approved a zoning overlay for data centers on 2,500 acres, igniting debate over the region’s identity and environmental impacts. Supporters cite economic benefits, while opponents raise concerns about noise, water use, and biodiversity. The conflict emphasizes the tension between development and preserving rural heritage.

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