Meta announces a slew of nuclear energy agreements (www.engadget.com)

Meta has unveiled three new agreements aimed at securing nuclear power for its AI infrastructure and the upcoming Prometheus supercluster, a massive 1-gigawatt data center in Ohio. Partnering with power companies Vistra, TerraPower, and Oklo, Meta plans to harness approximately 6.6 gigawatts of nuclear energy by 2035, highlighting a significant move towards sustainable energy sources in the tech industry. Notably, the agreement with TerraPower will fund the establishment of two new sodium-cooled reactors capable of generating up to 690 megawatts by 2032 and extends Meta’s energy rights to six additional reactors. This initiative reflects a growing trend among big tech firms to adopt nuclear energy as a reliable source for their extensive computational needs. The partnership with Oklo could provide 1.2 gigawatts of power by 2030 and promises job creation in Ohio. Additionally, Meta's collaboration with Vistra aims to enhance the longevity and output of existing nuclear plants, securing over 2.1 gigawatts from these facilities. As more tech giants, including Microsoft, pivot to nuclear energy, this shift could significantly impact the AI landscape by ensuring a steady, sustainable energy supply critical for the burgeoning demand in AI and machine learning operations.