Ep 122: Derek Gaston on the Nuclear Future: Powering AI and Data Centers
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Navigating Nuclear: Challenges and Innovations
This chapter explores the slow construction pace of nuclear reactors, addressing public sentiment, technological complexity, and the lessons learned from recent projects in the U.S. It discusses the cost implications of nuclear energy compared to other sources like Bitcoin mining, while examining the evolving political landscape and bipartisan support for nuclear development. Additionally, the chapter highlights the role of national laboratories and government initiatives in advancing new reactor technologies and collaborative efforts with data centers for efficient energy solutions.
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