Matt Reynolds

Matt Reynolds, a senior writer at Wired Magazine, delves into the surprising revival of the Three Mile Island nuclear power plant, backed by Microsoft’s hefty investment. He discusses the soaring energy demands of AI technologies and the innovative partnership aimed at securing energy for the tech giant. The conversation highlights public perception shifts towards nuclear energy, especially in light of historical disasters like Fukushima. As the world grapples with climate change, Reynolds examines whether AI's burgeoning energy needs can coexist with sustainable practices.

In this engaging discussion, Matt Reynolds, a senior writer at Wired covering climate and energy, reveals why Microsoft is investing over a billion dollars to reopen the notorious Three Mile Island nuclear plant. The conversation explores AI's escalating energy demands and Microsoft's innovative solutions to meet them. Reynolds delves into the historical significance of past nuclear incidents and the evolving perception of nuclear power in the age of artificial intelligence, highlighting the balance between sustainable energy and public safety concerns.