Amazon enters nuclear energy partnership to power data centres
U.S. utility Talen Energy announced recently that it had entered into an expanded nuclear energy partnership with Amazon.com to supply energy to Amazon Web Services (AWS) data centres. The long-term deal, lasting until 2042, ensures Talen a stable revenue stream while supporting Amazon's demand for carbon-free energy to power its AI and cloud operations.
Both companies will also explore building new Small Modular Reactors within Talen's Pennsylvania footprint and pursue expanding the nuclear plant's energy output.
'We are making the largest private sector investment in state history – $20 billion– to bring 1,250 high-skilled jobs and economic benefits to the state, while also collaborating with Talen Energy to help power our infrastructure with carbon-free energy', Kevin Miller, AWS Vice President of Global Data Centres, said.
Source: Reuters
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