Data centers for artificial intelligence and cloud computing are dramatically increasing global energy demands, potentially rising electricity usage by 75% by 2050, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. These data centers may consume as much energy as entire cities, placing sustainability goals at risk. To address this, major tech companies like Google, Amazon, Microsoft, and Meta are exploring nuclear power as a sustainable and reliable energy source. Previously dismissed due to safety concerns, nuclear power is now seen as a viable solution for meeting the high-energy needs of tech giants amid a growing focus on carbon-free electricity and economic benefits.
