Sam Altman-Backed Exowatt’s Hot-Rock Tech
Why Sam Altman-Backed Exowatt Matters for AI Power Sam Altman-backed Exowatt wants to power AI data centers with billions of hot rocks — a bold solution to the growing AI energy crisis. Many people search for how AI data centers will get cheaper power, whether solar thermal systems can run 24/7, and why investors are betting big on new energy tech. Exowatt’s hot-rock thermal system answers all these questions by offering ultra-low-cost, round-the-clock electricity designed specifically for the power-hungry AI era. Image Credits:Exowatt How Does Sam Altman-Backed Exowatt’s Hot-Rock System Work? Sam Altman-backed Exowatt uses concentrated solar power to heat “billions of hot rocks” inside modular P3 units. These rocks store thermal energy and convert it into electricity even at night, allowing AI data centers to operate continuously without relying on the grid. This simple, container-sized system helps keep structural, maintenance, and operational costs low — all optimized for reaching the …
