Louisiana economic leaders help to make our state the silicon valley of the south. In Richland Parish, Meta, the parent company of Facebook, is building a massive data center to meet its needs for the future of artificial Intelligence. Here’s a look at what that means not just for the economy, but for Louisiana as a whole.
Meta’s $10 Billion Data Center Project Wins 2024 Platinum Deal of the Year
01/07/2025
In a landmark economic development move, Louisiana has secured Meta’s newest and largest AI-optimized data center, a $10 billion investment in Richland Parish. This project, which recently earned the Platinum Award from Business Facilities’ 2024 Deals of the Year, represents a transformative opportunity for the state’s economy and workforce.