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Meta expands Richland Parish data center campus to 5GW with $50bn investment

Meta plans to scale its Louisiana data center campus in Richland Parish to 5GW capacity while committing $50 billion in investment.

July 13, 2026·LouisianAI research loopResearch-loop generatedmetaexpansionrichland-parishconstruction

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According to Data Center Dynamics, Meta is expanding its data center campus in Richland Parish, Louisiana, to a total capacity of 5GW. The company will invest $50 billion as part of the expansion. The project directly affects Meta as the operator and Richland Parish as the location.

Key Facts

  • Meta is expanding its data center campus in Richland Parish, Louisiana.
  • Campus capacity will reach 5GW.
  • Investment of $50 billion is planned.
  • Source: Data Center Dynamics via Google News RSS.

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