- Generate up to 1.2 GW of clean nuclear power for Ohio and Meta data centres.
- Create thousands of construction and long-term operational jobs, boosting local economic growth.
The Oklo nuclear energy project is advancing in Southern Ohio through a new agreement with Meta Platforms, Inc. This partnership supports Oklo’s plan to develop a 1.2 gigawatt (GW) power campus in Pike County. Meta’s funding allows Oklo to secure fuel and prepare the site. Consequently, the project strengthens clean, reliable power for the region and supports Meta’s data centre operations.
Phase 1 will occupy 206 acres in Pike County. Oklo purchased the land with support from the Southern Ohio Diversification Initiative (SODI). SODI promotes regional development and converts former government sites for energy and industrial purposes. Therefore, the partnership drives both clean energy growth and local economic revitalisation.
Jacob DeWitte, Oklo’s CEO, highlighted the project’s workforce impact: “This agreement with Meta supports constructing advanced nuclear reactors and creating long-term, high-quality jobs.” Oklo will start pre-construction activities and site characterisation in 2026. Phase 1 is expected to come online by 2030, with the facility scaling to 1.2 GW by 2034.
Ohio’s location within the PJM interconnection strengthens the project’s strategic value. The state’s strong transmission network positions it as a hub for clean energy growth. As demand for artificial intelligence and digital infrastructure rises, Oklo allows large energy users to fund a new generation while supporting grid stability. Meta’s investment ensures the region receives reliable power for all energy customers.
Urvi Parekh of Meta emphasised the broader impact: “This project creates jobs, encourages innovation, and strengthens American energy leadership. Investing in baseload nuclear energy ensures a resilient, sustainable future.” SODI also redevelops the former Portsmouth Gaseous Diffusion Plant into a hub for clean energy and advanced manufacturing.
The Oklo nuclear energy project demonstrates how public-private partnerships can accelerate the deployment of clean energy while boosting economic development. By combining private capital with strategic planning, Ohio is becoming a leading centre for advanced nuclear energy and sustainable growth.