The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) announces $900 million for the deployment of small modular reactors (SMRs) as part of the expansion of next-generation nuclear power.
Amazon Web Services (AWS) partners with Energy Northwest and X-energy to fund the construction of four SMRs in central Washington.
Amazon is exploring the possibility of building SMRs in Virginia through a partnership with Dominion Energy.
Tech companies like Amazon, Microsoft, and Google are focusing on nuclear power for its zero carbon emissions and 24/7 operation capabilities.