なぜアマゾン、マイクロソフト、グーグル、メタは原子力に投資しているのか

Tech leaders are exploring nuclear power as a solution to the massive energy needs of their data centers, sustainability challenges, and the growing demands of their AI initiatives. SMRs, a new type

of nuclear reactor, are gaining attention for their ability to provide round-the-clock power with minimal emissions. As some of the largest energy users, major tech companies like Microsoft, Amazon, Google, and Meta are investing in these reactors, which could play a key role in global energy transformation.

Chapters:

0:00 Introduction

0:53 Chapter 1. Data centers and the need for power

3:02 Chapter 2. Tech’s big nuclear bets

6:56 Chapter 3. Opposition

9:10 Chapter 4: Nuclear’s path forward

Produced and Edited by: Bradley Hoppenstein

Animation by: Jason Reginato, Josh Kalven

Lead Producer: Anuz Thapa

VP, Executive Producer: Kamelia Angelova

Additional Footage: Getty Images, NBC

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Why Amazon, Microsoft, Google And Meta Are Investing In Nuclear Power