Google Signs Agreement With Kairos Power To Buy Power From Small Modular Nuclear Reactor To Meet Electricity Demand for AI
Google has reportedly partnered with Kairos Power to source electricity from small modular nuclear reactors, addressing its AI systems' increasing energy demands efficiently.
New Delhi, October 15: Google has reportedly signed an agreement with Kairos Power to meet the growing power demands of its artificial intelligence (AI) systems. As per reports, the deal focuses on sourcing electricity from a small modular nuclear reactor (SMR) built by Kairos Power. The partnership seems to deliver the increasing energy needs of companies like Google, as they expand their AI capabilities.
As per a report of the Economic Times, Google has chosen to buy power from Kairos Power’s small modular nuclear reactors to meet the energy demands of its AI systems. The SMR technology is said to be an efficient source of power. AI systems require constant and high amounts of electricity for data processing, machine learning, and other operations. Google is likely to address the massive energy consumption challenges posed by the expansion of AI systems by using nuclear power. Wipro New Hybrid Work Policy Announced; Must Work From Office for 3 Days, HR Tells Employees.
According to a report of Business Today, Google has partnered with Kairos Power to launch the first small modular reactor (SMR) by the year 2030. However, the financial details of this partnership and the specific locations of the reactors have not been revealed yet. They also plan to have more reactors ready by 2035. Google intends to buy a total of 500 megawatts of electricity from six to seven of these smaller reactors, which are designed to be more compact than regular nuclear power plants. Gmail Users at Risk of AI-Powered Spoofing; Know How To Secure Your Account.
Kairos Power has developed a unique technology that uses a special cooling system with molten salt and ceramic pebble fuel. The setup helps transfer heat to a steam turbine, which then produces electricity. The design prioritizes safety and operates at low pressure, making the reactor easier and cheaper to construct. SMRs are intended to be smaller, more adaptable, and potentially less expensive than traditional nuclear reactors. SMRs are built using parts that are manufactured in factories instead of being assembled on-site. It can help to lower construction costs and speed up the building process.
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