What will power AI’s growth?

technologyreview.comPublished: 5/29/2025

Summary

Building new nuclear power plants is complex and time-consuming, but they could provide a reliable energy source for AI data centers. However, due to their construction timelines, existing plants may not meet future demands. While upgrades can boost current output slightly, this won't address the significant energy requirements AI projects anticipate. The article highlights the potential of nuclear power as an alternative while noting the delays in scaling up new plants to support rapidly growing AI needs.