Are small nuclear reactors the future of data center power?

An energy crisis is looming as power demands skyrocket, in no small part due our growing demand for data. One potential solution to power data centers: small modular nuclear reactors (SMRs). Experts Brian Gitt from Oklo and Colm Shorten from JLL explore this compact nuclear technology's promise and challenges. They discuss SMRs' unique features, the "Power as a Service" model, and global adoption trends. The episode covers environmental impacts, safety innovations, and regulatory hurdles. Gain insights into how SMRs could reshape the data center industry and address the energy crisis while promoting sustainability.

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Are small nuclear reactors the future of data center power? is an episode from Building Places | People, Cities and the Future of Real Estate by JLL.

This episode is 28:26 long.

This episode was published on Nov 13, 2024.

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