Google's agreement is the first corporate deal to purchase electricity from advanced small modular reactors, planned for operational by 2030, showcasing a shift in energy sourcing.
The need for clean energy intensifies for Google as it aims for carbon-free energy by 2030. Significant greenhouse gas emissions growth since 2019 complicates its climate goals.
Sundar Pichai noted, 'The trajectory of AI investments has added to the scale of the task needed,' indicating a need for broader investment in energy sources.
Unlike others, Google is investing in next-generation nuclear technologies, a strategic shift to address both climate goals and the demands of increasing AI operations.
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