Meta Platforms has formally withdrawn from the RE100 initiative, abandoning its commitment to source 100% of its electricity from renewable sources.
The company confirmed the decision, citing the immense power requirements of its expanding artificial intelligence infrastructure and the need for reliable, always-on energy supplies that current renewable grids cannot consistently guarantee.
The move marks a significant pivot for one of the corporate world's most prominent climate leaders.
RE100, an initiative of the Climate Group, has long served as a benchmark for corporate sustainability, with members pledging to match their electricity consumption with renewable generation.
Meta's exit underscores the growing tension between the rapid scaling of AI data centers and the physical limitations of renewable energy infrastructure.
This development arrives as hyperscalers face increasing scrutiny over their environmental impact.