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Google's groundbreaking agreement with Kairos Power marks a pivotal moment in the intersection of clean energy and artificial intelligence. Data centre power use in the United States is forecasted to triple between 2023 and 2030, requiring 47 GW of new generation capacity. By securing power from small modular reactors (SMRs), Google is leading the way in meeting the growing energy demands of AI with a reliable, around-the-clock solution. This partnership exemplifies how innovation in energy can drive sustainable progress across sectors. To find out more, click on the link below. #CleanEnergy #SMR #AIPower

https://lnkd.in/e2v7WnnR Further coverage in the The Wall Street Journal re: the issue I raised last week about the interventions of utilities into private transactions between parties and what it could mean for data centers, AI, and power generation, especially low and no emission resources. #reliability #power #energy #datacenters #competition

Data centers and the emergence of functional AI is putting a huge strain on the power grid which is creating opportunities and investment in 'new' power generation technology. There is some really interesting momentum happening with Small Modular Reactors. I am curious to hear how others feel about this technology? https://lnkd.in/gY8t3_JT

⚛️⚡ Are Nuclear-Powered Data Centres Science Fiction or the Future of Energy? Data centres currently consume 3-5% of the world’s energy production—a figure that could surge past 10% as AI and data demands grow. How can we balance this with sustainability goals? Enter nuclear-powered data centres. Companies like Deep Fission are pioneering small, safer nuclear reactors capable of generating 150MW on a site as small as a quarter-acre, offering a bold solution to the energy challenge. 🌍 But that’s not all—renewables like wind, solar, and hydrogen play a critical role in the energy mix, and innovations like liquid cooling technologies can reduce energy consumption by 50% compared to traditional cooling systems. 🚀 The question is: Are we ready for a revolution in data centre energy strategies?
Discover how nuclear energy, renewable integration, and advanced cooling technologies are shaping the sustainable future of data centres. 🔗 Read the full article here: https://lnkd.in/dY_Da4mr #DataCentres #NuclearEnergy #Sustainability #EnergyTransition #RenewableEnergy #LiquidCooling #AI #Innovation

How will energy be deployed to support the exponential growth of AI and data centres? And how can we ensure this energy is truly green? ⚡💡 These are fundamental questions that demand urgent attention. With some regions moving toward widespread deregulation, often prioritising rapid expansion over net-zero objectives, there are legitimate concerns that AI could exacerbate environmental challenges rather than help solve them. As AI continues to reshape industries, we must ensure that its energy demands align with sustainable and responsible solutions—not at the expense of our planet. 🌱🔋 What do you think? How can we strike the right balance between technological progress and sustainability? #AI #DataCenters #Sustainability #NetZero #GreenEnergy

As I sit at my desk and reflect on 2024, one word comes to mind: transformational. Over the past several months, I've been focusing on our energy challenges. In 2025, I'll be digging deeper and sharing insights and ideas. As AI adoption skyrockets, the strain on global power grids has reached critical levels. The demand for energy to support AI workloads, particularly in hyperscale data centers, is forcing us to rethink our approach to sustainability and grid reliability. This isn’t just an energy problem; it’s an opportunity to innovate. From advances in nuclear technology like SMRs to breakthroughs in renewable integration and energy efficiency, we’re witnessing a pivotal moment for collaboration between the AI and energy sectors. How can we balance AI's pressing energy needs with the imperative for sustainability? Bold strategies, scalable technologies, and adaptive policy frameworks offer solutions. What are your thoughts on aligning AI growth with a sustainable energy future? #AI #EnergyTransition #Innovation #Sustainability

DeepSeek AI is showing how little we know about the energy demand AI will need in the future—but, the need for more energy remains. As we plan for this growth, ratepayers and their communities are owed future-proof energy generation, not expensive fossil-fuel plants that are likely to be stranded before their useful life. 

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🌟 AI won't transformer the energy sector! 🌍💡 Do you believe it? AI is transformer the energy industry in all aspects. ⤑Driving sustainability, AI’s impact on energy generation, distribution, and consumption is unmatched. 🤖⚡ ⤑Picture AI in nuclear monitoring, oil exploration, and smart grids. It’s reshaping energy trading, carbon capture, and renewable forecasts. 🏠🔄♻️ ⤑AI boosts efficiency, cuts emissions, and amplifies sustainability. 🌿💪 Embrace AI for a greener future! 🌟 #AI #EnergyIndustry #Innovation