What's Behind Big Tech's Nuclear Push? : BNEF

The video discusses the increasing interest of major tech companies like Microsoft, Amazon, and Google in nuclear power, driven by rising power demands, clean energy goals, and the need for reliable energy sources. It highlights the revival of mothballed plants and the potential of small modular reactors (SMRs) as a flexible solution. The discussion also touches on the challenges of large-scale nuclear projects and the role of renewable energy in tech companies' strategies.

Which tech companies are investing in small modular reactors?

• Amazon and Google

• Microsoft and IBM

• Tesla and SpaceX

• Apple and Facebook

What is one of the main reasons for the increased electricity demand in tech companies?

• Development of new hardware

• Increase in employee numbers

• Growth in AI and cloud computing

• Expansion of retail stores

What is a significant challenge of using solar and wind energy for tech companies?

• High cost of installation

• Limited availability of resources

• Intermittency of power supply

• Lack of government support

What is the expected timeline for the first small modular reactors to become operational?

• By 2025

• By 2030

• By 2050

• By 2040

Besides nuclear, what other energy source is prominently used by tech companies?

• Coal

• Hydroelectric Power

• Natural Gas

• Renewable Energy