Noon Energy has entered into a major agreement with Meta Platforms Inc. to reserve up to 1 GW / 100 GWh of ultra-long duration energy storage (ultra-LDES) capacity, marking a significant step toward powering next-generation AI-driven data centres.
The collaboration will begin with an initial 25 MW / 2.5 GWh project, targeted for completion by 2028. Following the successful deployment of this pilot phase, Noon Energy will move forward with delivering systems under a broader 100 GWh supply contract.
Driving Reliable Energy for AI Infrastructure
The partnership fits with Meta’s goal of speeding up AI infrastructure while making sure that renewable energy sources provide reliable power 24 hours a day, seven days a week. The deal also shows how important ultra-long duration storage is becoming for hyperscale applications.
- Initial project: 25 MW / 2.5 GWh
- Total reservation: 1 GW / 100 GWh
- Focus: AI data centres and hyperscale infrastructure
Advanced Storage Technology for Multi-Day Energy Supply
Noon Energy’s system is based on a modular, reversible solid oxide fuel cell technology, capable of delivering 100+ hours of energy storage. Unlike traditional lithium-ion batteries, the system stores energy in carbon-based media, enabling multi-day discharge during periods of low renewable generation.
- Uses abundant materials like carbon and oxygen
- Requires only ~1% of critical materials compared to lithium-ion batteries
- Scalable independently for energy and power needs
Leadership Perspectives
Chris Graves, co-founder and CEO of Noon Energy, said, “Our partnership with Meta is a monumental step toward realizing what we founded Noon to achieve,” adding, “We’re partnering with a company that is actively securing stable power for the AI infrastructure of tomorrow, and Meta recognizes the promise in our 100+ hour ultra-long duration storage technology. Data centers stand as one of the best applications for Noon’s battery system, and we look forward to working with Meta on building production capacity and an ultra-LDES supply chain in the years ahead.”
Nat Sahlstrom, VP of Energy and Sustainability at Meta, said, “Bringing data centers online faster requires rapid deployment of reliable energy sources. Our agreement with Noon advances that goal with a storage technology that delivers grid resilience and firm power.”
The start of work on the first project is set to happen right away. This collaboration shows a shift toward multi-day energy storage solutions, which will help meet the changing energy needs of AI-driven infrastructure and get around the problems with short-duration batteries.
Electrify your feed! Click here to join our Whatsapp group and to get the latest updates, expert insights, and innovations driving India’s energy storage revolution.
