Google moves to harness nuclear energy with Kairos power collaboration

Google's Agreement with Kairos Power: Google has signed a deal with Kairos Power to purchase energy from small modular reactors (SMRs) to address energy challenges in the U.S., particularly for its AI industry, aiming to provide 300 to 500 MW of clean energy by 2035.

Environmental Concerns and Industry Trends: While SMRs are carbon-neutral, their environmental impact remains uncertain, especially regarding raw material use and nuclear waste disposal; this trend reflects a broader movement among tech companies like Microsoft and Amazon to secure nuclear energy sources.