Nuclear Energy and AI

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What are Microsoft, Google, and Amazon investing in to support AI?

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Nuclear energy.

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Why do tech companies need more power?

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Because of the growing demands of generative artificial intelligence (AI).

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What is a small modular reactor (SMR)?

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A smaller and safer type of nuclear reactor.

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What did Microsoft announce regarding nuclear energy?

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Plans to purchase power from the Three Mile Island plant.

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What deal did Google make with Kairos Power?

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Buying 500 megawatts of electricity from seven small modular reactors.

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Why are small modular reactors considered safer?

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They are smaller and have a lower power output.

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What is the environmental concern related to AI?

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The carbon footprint of AI.

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How much electricity does one ChatGPT query use?

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As much as a lightbulb needs to be on for 20 minutes.

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What is the goal of tech companies regarding emissions?

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To reach net zero emissions.

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What energy source is almost ideal for tech companies?

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Nuclear energy, because it produces electricity 24/7.