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Meta exits RE100 climate pledge after decade, cites renewable commitment

By Meridian48 News Desk · Summarised from TechRadar ·

Meta has left the RE100 initiative, which it joined a decade ago to commit to 100% renewable energy. The move comes as the company reportedly increases its reliance on fossil fuels to power AI data centers. Meta says it remains dedicated to renewable energy but did not provide a timeline for rejoining the pledge.

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The exit undermines Meta's green credentials, especially as AI expansion drives energy demand, but the company may be pivoting to other carbon-offset strategies.
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