Amazon makes vague commitment to unproven nuclear tech to power Indiana datacenters
Amazon is investing billions in a nuclear expansion project with X-energy to build 12 small modular reactors (SMRs) using TRISO fuel at a former coal plant site in Sullivan County, Indiana. The Xe-100 models are expected to generate 960 megawatts of grid-connected electricity, with Amazon as the first power purchaser. The project timeline remains uncertain, with completion potentially as early as the mid-2030s, though X-energy acknowledged timelines could shift during development.
Key points
- 12 small modular reactors planned for Indiana datacenter power supply
- Expected to generate 960 megawatts; completion target mid-2030s
- Uses advanced TRISO fuel and helium cooling technology
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