Author: Karol Smith

NextEra Energy is actively assessing the potential revival of the Duane Arnold nuclear power plant in Iowa, revealing plans during a recent earnings call. With increasing demand from the tech industry, CEO John Ketchum emphasized that the dismantled Duane Arnold facility could be economically viable compared to other nuclear plants. However, he pointed out that advancements in nuclear technology, particularly small modular reactors (SMRs), are not yet cost-effective. Ketchum highlighted that despite some enthusiasm surrounding […]

Historic Approval in Schleswig-Holstein The Schleswig-Holstein Ministry has made a groundbreaking decision by granting PreussenElektra the initial permit to decommission the Brokdorf nuclear power plant, marking a significant milestone as it becomes the final German nuclear facility to embark on this process. The closure of Brokdorf, a 1410 MWe pressurized water reactor, occurred on December 31, 2021, following PreussenElektra’s application for dismantling approval in December 2017. With phase one approval in place, the focus is […]

NextEra Energy is actively considering a significant revival in Iowa’s energy landscape by potentially restarting the Duane Arnold nuclear power plant, which was shuttered four years ago. The company’s chairman and CEO, John Ketchum, announced that the assessment of this recommissioning project is underway, focusing on the critical role nuclear energy can play in addressing the nation’s escalating energy demands. Currently, the U.S. possesses a limited number of merchant nuclear plants, with only two situated […]

In a surprising strategic shift, major technology companies are turning their attention to nuclear power as energy demands surge. Microsoft has recently entered into a deal with Three Mile Island, a site notorious for its significant reactor meltdown in 1979. This agreement allows the tech giant to tap into energy produced by one of the site’s aging reactors. Small modular reactors (SMRs), a modern option for nuclear energy, are gaining traction among these corporations. Each […]

# NextEra’s Ambitious Move for Duane Arnold NextEra Energy, a prominent player in the energy sector, is seriously considering the revival of the Duane Arnold Energy Center, a nuclear facility that has been inactive since its closure in 2020. The company’s CEO, John Ketchum, shared insights during a recent earnings call, shedding light on the feasibility and potential benefits of reopening the plant. According to Ketchum, the plant’s design features a boiling water reactor, which […]

Amazon has made headlines with its recent decision to pour investment into small nuclear reactors, a move driven by its escalating demand for electricity. This announcement follows closely behind a similar initiative from Google just days earlier. With a shift in focus towards the energy sector, the Three Mile Island nuclear power station is preparing for a relaunch, aiming to provide energy to major players like Microsoft for their extensive data centers. Nuclear energy is […]

As major tech companies look to advanced nuclear energy for their burgeoning AI data centers, the nuclear industry in Tennessee is on the brink of a significant transformation. With investments fronted by firms like Kairos Power and X-energy, record-high share prices for nuclear companies reflect a hotbed of activity and a demand for skilled workers in Oak Ridge. On October 24, the Oak Ridge Chamber of Commerce is hosting a job fair to tap into […]

NextEra Energy is actively exploring the possibility of revitalizing the Duane Arnold nuclear facility in Iowa. During the company’s recent earnings briefing, CEO John Ketchum expressed significant enthusiasm about the potential to recommission the plant. He mentioned that this interest is largely driven by data center customers eager for reliable energy sources. Currently, NextEra is engaged in comprehensive engineering evaluations and is collaborating with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission along with local stakeholders to assess the […]