Meta building its first Canadian data centre northeast of Edmonton
Meta is investing $13 billion to build its first Canadian data centre in Sturgeon County, Alberta. The facility will focus on AI infrastructure and utilize sustainable cooling technology to minimize water usage.
Why it matters
This project represents a significant expansion of AI infrastructure in North America and highlights the growing trend of data centres integrating local power generation and sustainable cooling.
In a news release issued Wednesday, the company behind social media platforms like Facebook and Instagram said it will invest more than $13 billion in the project, which will be built in Sturgeon County.
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