Energy Evolution X-energy CEO talks small nuclear reactors, partnership with Amazon
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Nov 8, 2024 
J. Clay Sell, CEO of X-energy, is at the forefront of nuclear innovation with advanced small modular reactors (SMRs). He discusses the transformative potential of SMRs in providing scalable, efficient energy while reducing land use. Highlighting a landmark $500 million partnership with Amazon, Sell emphasizes the role of government support in this clean energy revolution. The conversation also tackles safety concerns around nuclear power and the need for consistent investment strategies to overcome deployment challenges in the U.S.
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Factory-Built Advanced Nuclear
- X-Energy designs advanced nuclear stations and manufactures proprietary fuel for its reactors.
- The company pitches SMRs as safer, more economic, and factory-built for assembly onsite.
Compact Plant, Big Output
- A standard X-Energy plant is 320 MWe and can power roughly 100,000 households.
- The physical footprint is much smaller than traditional nukes, about 25 acres per plant.
Amazon Anchors Funding And Demand
- Amazon led a $500 million funding round and also acts as a large electricity customer for X-Energy projects.
- The partnership targets projects near Amazon data centers to meet growing AI power needs.