Zeo Energy shares surge 17.69% after-hours after partnering with Creekstone on 280MW solar-storage project for Utah data center.

Zeo Energy surged 17.69% in after-hours trading following the announcement of a 280 MW solar and storage partnership with Creekstone Energy for the Delta Gigasite data centre in Utah. The collaboration, described as a "milestone" by Zeo’s CEO, aligns with the company’s strategy to scale clean energy solutions for AI-driven data centres, leveraging its recent acquisition of Heliogen. The project, part of Creekstone’s 10 GW gigasite plan, highlights Zeo’s role in addressing surging energy demands for hyperscalers and AI operations, positioning the firm to validate its long-duration storage technology in a high-growth sector. The deal’s potential to secure financing and engineering contracts further underscores its strategic significance, directly driving investor optimism.