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Google is advancing its nuclear energy plans by partnering with TVA to purchase electricity from a next-generation reactor developed by Kairos Power, aiming to start supplying power by 2030 and potentially revolutionize US nuclear energy with innovative, low-pressure molten salt reactor technology.
Google has announced its first nuclear site in Oak Ridge, Tennessee, as part of a deal with startup Kairos Power to supply 50 MW of power from the Hermes 2 reactor, with plans to expand to 500 MW by 2035, supporting its data centers and marking a significant move into nuclear energy.
Google and Kairos Power are collaborating to deploy an advanced nuclear reactor, Hermes 2, in Tennessee by 2030, with TVA purchasing up to 50 MW of power. This project aims to demonstrate the viability of smaller, safer, and more affordable nuclear plants, helping to revitalize nuclear energy in the U.S. and support Google's data center energy needs, while sharing financial risks to encourage industry adoption.