Amazon’s Nuclear Energy Deal Powers AWS Cloud Expansion
Amazon’s nuclear energy deal secures 1.92 GW for AWS from Talen, reshaping cloud infrastructure with clean, reliable power through 2042.
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Amazon’s Nuclear Energy Deal Powers AWS Cloud Expansion
Amazon's Nuclear Energy Deal with Talen Marks a New Era for AWS Cloud As global tech giants race to secure clean, reliable power sources for their data-hungry infrastructure, Amazon’s nuclear energy deal with Talen Energy is setting a new precedent. Announced in June 2025, the agreement sees Amazon securing 1.92 gigawatts (GW) of nuclear energy from Talen’s Susquehanna power plant in Pennsylvania—enough to power a significant portion of Amazon Web Services’ (AWS) cloud and AI operations. Image Credits:Jakec/Wikimedia Commonsunder aCC BY-SA 4.0 license. This bold move not only reflects the growing demand for sustainable energy in cloud computing but also highlights a broader industry trend where hyperscalers like Microsoft and Meta are turning to nuclear power for cloud infrastructure . By tapping into a reliable, zero-carbon energy source, Amazon is making a long-term investment that could redefine how cloud providers power next-generation AI workloads. Why Amazon’s Nucl…