Big Tech Has Cozied Up to Nuclear Energy
Major tech companies are reshaping their energy strategies by embracing nuclear power to meet rising demands and sustainability goals. This alignment between the tech industry and nuclear energy signals a significant shift in how companies like Microsoft, Google, and Amazon are powering their operations, especially in the face of surging electricity consumption brought on by the increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) and cloud computing services. This development marks a critical juncture in the energy sector, not just for the tech giants but also for the nuclear industry, which had long been struggling with aging infrastructure and public apprehension. With Big Tech advocating for and investing in nuclear power, a new chapter is unfolding for both industries, where innovation, sustainability, and business growth intersect. Why Nuclear Energy Appeals to Big Tech Tech companies require vast amounts of electricity to power data centers that host cloud services, run AI models, and h…
