Technology major Meta has deepened its engagement with renewable energy developer RWE by committing to a long-term corporate power purchase agreement for the 298-MW Rabbit’s Foot Solar facility located in North Texas. Announced on June 11, this agreement represents the fourth collaborative corporate power purchase agreement the two organizations have executed together since 2024, underscoring the scale of their expanding relationship in the clean energy sector.
The Rabbit’s Foot Solar installation, situated in Bowie County, Texas, commenced on-site construction during the early part of this year. Upon completion, projected for the end of 2027, the project will serve as a critical component in Meta’s broader commitment to align its operational energy requirements with 100% clean energy sources. The facility’s generation capacity will directly contribute to this sustainability milestone for the technology company.
The Meta and RWE Solar partnership has already materialized through several significant projects. Previously executed agreements encompass the 274-MW Emily Solar project in Illinois, the 100-MW Lafitte Solar initiative in Louisiana, and the 200-MW Waterloo Solar facility in Texas. These three projects collectively represent 574 MW of generation capacity. With the addition of Rabbit’s Foot Solar, the cumulative portfolio now spans 872 MW across all signed agreements over the previous two years, demonstrating sustained commitment from both organizations toward renewable energy expansion.
Ingmar Ritzenhofen, chief commercial officer for RWE Americas, provided insight into the partnership’s significance: “Our partnership with Meta continues to grow as we work together to deliver reliable power that supports their energy commitments. This agreement for the Rabbit’s Foot Solar project demonstrates how collaboration can drive meaningful economic growth and community benefits. By investing in Bowie County, we’re not only creating approximately 200 local construction jobs, but also generating substantial long-term tax revenue that will help support schools, technical education programs, emergency services, and critical road maintenance and infrastructure improvements across the community.”
The corporate power purchase agreement structure allows both organizations to achieve complementary objectives. For Meta, the renewable energy infrastructure supports long-term sustainability targets and operational efficiency. For RWE, such agreements enable predictable revenue streams and capacity planning across its generation portfolio.
Amanda Yang, head of Clean and Renewable Energy for Meta, outlined the company’s perspective on the expanded partnership: “Through our continued partnership with RWE, the Rabbit’s Foot Solar project will bring new generation to the Texas grid while creating local jobs and delivering lasting economic benefits to Bowie County. We’re proud to deepen our collaboration with RWE with our expanded portfolio.”
RWE operates as a substantial power generation operator throughout the United States, currently maintaining 13 GW of generation capacity across installations in 27 states. The renewable energy developer has articulated ambitious growth plans, targeting an additional 9 GW of net new capacity additions by 2031. This expansion roadmap positions RWE to meet growing demand from technology companies and other corporate entities pursuing clean energy solutions through corporate power purchase agreements and similar mechanisms.
The Rabbit’s Foot Solar facility represents a continuation of this strategic expansion while simultaneously fulfilling Meta’s clean energy commitments through the ongoing Meta and RWE Solar partnership. The project’s anticipated completion by year-end 2027 aligns with both organizations’ longer-term operational and sustainability objectives.