Meta Partners with XGS Energy for 150MW Geothermal Plant

Meta's Geothermal Partnership in New Mexico

Tech giants are racing to secure clean, reliable power for data centers. On Thursday, Meta announced a partnership with XGS Energy to advance a 150 MW geothermal power plant in New Mexico. While details are still under wraps, the move signals a major vote of confidence in deep geothermal solutions.

Geothermal offers a rare trifecta: round-the-clock generation, zero emissions at source, and scalability. According to the Rhodium Group, advanced geothermal could meet nearly two-thirds of U.S. data center growth by 2030, making it one of the most promising green baseload options.

• 24/7 emission-free power
• Stable pricing hedged against fuel volatility
• Scalable to meet growing demand

Closed-Loop Innovation from XGS Energy

Unlike traditional open-loop geothermal that loses water to subsurface cracks, XGS Energy's closed-loop design circulates water inside sealed wells. A proprietary heat-transfer mud encases the casing, boosting thermal conductivity and preserving water resources.

• Zero water loss outside the system
• Increased heat extraction efficiency
• Simplified permitting through reduced environmental impact

Implications for Data Center Sustainability

Hyperscalers prize uptime and green credentials. Geothermal’s baseload power can anchor diversified renewable portfolios, smoothing out intermittency from solar or wind. For data center operators, this means predictable SLAs and a stronger ESG narrative.

• Nearly two-thirds of new data center power fulfilled
• Reduced carbon footprint for large-scale facilities
• Enhanced ROI through long-term PPA price stability

Actionable Insights for Tech Leaders

Tech decision-makers should map energy needs against project timelines. Early-stage partnerships, like Meta’s, de-risk development and unlock first-mover advantages. Data center architects can leverage energy analytics to model hybrid renewables portfolios that include geothermal.

As green energy strategies evolve, geothermal’s role will only grow. Will your organization be among the pioneers harnessing Earth’s heat for next-gen infrastructure?