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Tech companies and Silicon Valley billionaires are increasingly investing in nuclear power, seeing it as an important part ofthe green revolution, particularly as a way to boost the development of artificial intelligence (AI). While the intelligence sector is growing at a dizzying pace, the nuclear energy sector’s slow progress and stringent regulations have raised concerns that nuclear energy will voluntarily comply with the expansion of technological power such as intelligence.
Artificial Intelligence Now Project Manager Sarah Myers West demonstrates the environmental costs of integrating large language patterns, such as GPT-style patterns, into standard technology sets. With the increasing powerconsumption of smart devices, people are becoming more aware of the importance of sustainable energy.
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman is a passionate advocate of artificial intelligence and green energy. Its investments in nuclear energy companies such as Oklo and Helion Energy reflect its belief that skills development and access to cleaner energy are intertwined . Oklo, for example, is working on a small generator that will power data centers, factories and mixedcommunities.
But the regulatory framework for a nuclear start-up like Oklo is dangerous. Despite the investment and new technology, itremains difficult to obtain approval from agencies such as the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). Oklo’s proposed Aurorapower plant faces a setback in 2022; This revealed the difficulty of managing security and public perception.
While nuclear energy is becoming widespread in the United States, the climate change crisis has increased interest in nuclearenergy. Despite the tragedy, public support for nuclear energy remains, with 57 percent of Americans supporting nuclearenergy, according to a Pew Research Center survey.
Technology giants such as Microsoft and Google often integrate nuclear energy, known for its reliability and cleanliness,into their operations. Microsoft’s partnership with Constellation and Google’s investment in fusion startup TAE Technologiesdemonstrate their commitment to innovative solutions.
However, experts warned against rushing into nuclear expansion, citing the need for a regulatory process. Carleton Universityengineering professor Ahmed Abdulla emphasized the importance of avoiding hasty decisions in the pursuit of a low-carbonfuture to avoid major mistakes.
While technology companies are leading the development of artificial intelligence, their dependence on energyresources reflects the relationship between developing technology and powerful solutions. Balancing the need for rapid technological advancement with the need for skills, the role of energy production will be important in shaping our future.