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Energy

TerraPower Gains $650M Investment; Nvidia Enters Nuclear Energy

Bill Gates-backed TerraPower secures $650M in funding, with Nvidia joining the round, to advance its Natrium reactor and reshape the future of nuclear power.

posted on 06/20/2025
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Energy

Meta Invests Billions in Nuclear Energy

Meta's multi-billion dollar deal to keep an Illinois nuclear plant running highlights Big Tech's growing interest in nuclear power for sustainability.

posted on 06/04/2025
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Energy

Google invests in TAE Technologies Fusion Power

TAE Technologies secures significant funding for its fusion energy project, aided by Google's AI expertise. Aiming for grid-ready electrons in the early 2030s.

posted on 06/04/2025
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Technology

AI Energy Consumption: A Growing Concern

AI's energy use is rapidly increasing, posing a significant challenge to global sustainability. This article explores the scale of the problem and the need for greater transparency.

posted on 05/22/2025
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Science

Fusion Energy Experiment Doubles Power Output

The National Ignition Facility's fusion experiment has more than doubled its power output, showcasing significant advancements in controlled fusion energy.

posted on 05/17/2025
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Energy

Realta Fusion Secures Funding for Fusion Reactor

Realta Fusion raises $36 million to finalize its Anvil fusion reactor design, aiming for cost-effective clean energy.

posted on 05/13/2025
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Technology

Google Funds Electrician Training for AI Power Needs

Google invests in electrician training to address the growing energy demands of AI data centers, highlighting the critical need for skilled labor in the tech industry.

posted on 05/01/2025
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Technology

Grid-Scale Battery Storage Is Quietly Revolutionizing the Energy System

The rise of grid-scale battery storage, driven by technological advancements and the increasing demand for renewable energy, is revolutionizing the power grid.

posted on 04/27/2025
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Energy Technology

China's Fusion-Fission Reactor: A Leap Towards Clean Energy?

China's ambitious Xinghuo project combines fusion and fission technologies, aiming for a Q of over 30 and a new era in clean energy production.

posted on 03/27/2025
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Energy

Clean Lithium Enrichment Could Revolutionize Fusion Energy

A new lithium enrichment method promises cheaper, cleaner fuel for fusion energy, potentially revolutionizing the energy sector.

posted on 03/20/2025