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Amazon funds new X-energy nuclear plant in Indiana to power grid
Amazon has partnered with utility providers Energy and American Electric Power, alongside reactor developer X-energy, to fund a new nuclear energy facility in Indiana generating nearly one gigawatt.
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Amazon funds new X-energy nuclear plant in Indiana to power grid
Amazon has signed a major energy agreement with American Electric Power and reactor developer X-energy to finance the construction of a new nuclear power plant in Indiana. The facility is designed to inject nearly one gigawatt of clean electricity directly into the local power grid to support growing data center demands. The project reflects a broader trend among major technology companies seeking carbon-free baseload energy to power artificial intelligence infrastructure. Construction timelines and regulatory approvals for the advanced nuclear facility are expected to advance over the coming quarters.