Meta Data Center in Northeast Louisiana

A Game-Changer for Growth and Innovation in Richland Parish

Northeast Louisiana is rapidly emerging as a hub for technology, innovation, and business expansion. With its strategic location, reliable infrastructure, and commitment to economic growth, the region is attracting major investments that create new opportunities for businesses and residents alike.

To find all the most recent and current updates by visiting Richlandparishdatacenter.com, and Richland Parish Data Center via Facebook.
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during the five-year construction phase

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once operational

BILLION INVESTMENT
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by Entergy Louisiana in new energy infrastructure to support data center growth

Learn how the Meta AI Data Center will generate billions in local and regional benefit for generations of Northeast Louisiana residents.

Opportunities for Businesses & Job Seekers

Whether you’re a local business looking to get involved, a job seeker exploring career opportunities, or an entrepreneur wanting to leverage the region’s tech-driven growth, we’re here to help.

Meet the Contractors

Site Selection & Business Expansion

Looking for a prime location to grow your business? Northeast Louisiana offers industrial parks, commercial properties, and ready-to-build sites.

Workforce Training & Education

Louisiana Delta Community College offers specialized programs to equip workers with in-demand skills for technology, construction, and electrical systems.

NELA in the News

06/25/2025

A new Housing Needs Assessment commissioned by Grow NELA underscores the transformational economic and population growth expected across Northeast Louisiana as Meta begins construction of its AI Data Center in Richland Parish.

06/17/2025

A newly released economic impact study commissioned by Grow NELA shows just how transformative Meta’s $10 billion artificial intelligence data center project in Richland Parish will be for Northeast Louisiana.

04/09/2025

Mid South Extrusion (MSE), a family-owned flexible film and bag manufacturing company, is investing $12.5 million to expand production capacity with the addition of two new, state-of-the-art polyethylene extrusion lines at its facility in northeast Louisiana.

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