Google has signed a major agreement with Kairos Power and the Tennessee Valley Authority to supply nuclear energy to its data centers. The deal provides 50 megawatts of clean power, ensuring stronger support for the company’s growing artificial intelligence operations.
Importantly, this Google nuclear energy deal makes TVA the first U.S. utility to purchase power from a Generation IV reactor. The electricity will come from Kairos Power’s Hermes 2 Plant in Oak Ridge, which will expand its output to 50 megawatts by 2030. Consequently, this marks a significant step forward for advanced nuclear technology and energy innovation.
Moreover, the agreement forms part of a broader partnership between Google and Kairos. Together, they plan to deliver 500 megawatts of nuclear capacity by 2035. That amount could power more than 350,000 homes, highlighting both the scale and ambition of this initiative.
The Google nuclear energy deal also underscores the growing pressure from data centers. Artificial intelligence has increased power consumption rapidly, pushing U.S. energy demand to new records. Therefore, securing reliable, clean, and round-the-clock electricity has become essential for Big Tech.
Google emphasized the importance of this collaboration in driving innovation. The company described the arrangement as a three-party model, combining utilities, energy developers, and technology companies. As a result, it creates a framework for scaling advanced nuclear solutions while meeting rising data demands.
At the same time, other technology giants are moving in a similar direction. Microsoft signed a long-term agreement to restart part of the Three Mile Island facility in Pennsylvania. Amazon also reached nuclear-focused deals with Energy Northwest, Dominion Energy, and X-energy. Thus, competition for clean, large-scale energy solutions is accelerating across the tech industry.
Industry analysts project even greater demand ahead. A GridStrategies report estimated U.S. electricity needs will rise nearly 16 percent by 2029. Meanwhile, the International Energy Agency forecasts data center electricity usage will more than double by 2030. Consequently, nuclear energy remains a critical option for meeting these needs.
Overall, the Google nuclear energy partnership illustrates how clean technology can align with the expansion of artificial intelligence. By combining innovation with advanced nuclear solutions, Google positions itself at the center of both the energy and digital revolutions. Looking forward, such collaborations will likely expand as global power requirements continue to surge.
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