Microsoft's Nuclear Energy Venture

Microsoft has committed to purchasing 100% of the energy produced by the Three Mile Island nuclear power plant in Pennsylvania for the next 20 years. This plant, which was shut down in 2019 due to past radiation leaks, is slated for a potential restart by 2028, pending safety inspections and regulatory approvals. The estimated cost for resuming operations is around $1.6 billion, with Microsoft planning to alleviate these expenses through tax breaks provided by the Inflation Reduction Act. This deal not only underscores the energy demands of data centers but also raises questions about the implications of relying on a facility with a controversial history.