Three Mile Island Nuclear Reactor To Restart To Power AI Operations

  • Three Mile Island (TMI) to reopen: The Three Mile Island nuclear power plant, partially damaged in a 1979 accident, is set to reopen after securing a major buyer for its energy.
  • Microsoft as buyer: Microsoft will be the primary buyer of the plant’s energy, supporting its restart as part of the company’s commitment to clean energy sources.
  • Economic benefits: The reopening is expected to bring economic benefits to the local community and create jobs.
  • Safety concerns: The article mentions lingering concerns about the safety of TMI, despite upgrades made since the accident.
  • Debate over nuclear power: The restart of TMI reignites the debate over nuclear power as a clean energy source, with arguments for its reliability and carbon-free energy production balanced against safety risks and nuclear waste disposal challenges.

Read more at The Guardian.

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