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ecording weekly out of a beer closet in Western Canada, Beer League Talk is the podcast for hockey players of all walks of life. Nick, April and Dani are uniting the hockey community by covering the hard-hitting topics that matter to beer leaguers: beer, ringers, tournaments, beer, borrowing too much tape, that guy who never washes his gear ... have we mentioned hockey players enjoy beer?

BLTShow

Lore Sjoberg's insightful, slightly warped view of the world of tech.

Wired's Alt Text: The Video

An in-depth analysis of tech issues and topics. Hosted by Chris Fisher and Allan Jude, with over 20+ years in the technology industry. Tune in and get engaged by deep critical analysis and conversation around technologies’ milestones.

TechSNAP Large Video

TechSNAP Mobile Video

Futurist Brian David Johnson's biweekly podcast about science fiction prototyping. What is science fiction protoyping? It's fiction based on fact used to prototype the future and thus understand the human impact of science and technology.

Science Fiction Prototyping

En FatPixel comentamos las últimas novedades sobre tecnología, películas, series y cualquier tema que pueda ser interesante. Se graba desde Islandia, Inglaterra y España.

FatPixel

An audio podcast about streaming video’s uses in PR, marketing, and organizational communication, featuring Harry Hawk

YouTubular Conversations

The No. 1 tech publisher. We report on the hottest tech trends from leading experts and the biggest brands.

IDG TECHtalk Sponsor Content

Comments on:

Exploring VR and other advanced user interface technologies.

Synthetic Native

Roy is back with a whole new podcast. A simple podcast explaining cyber security topics in a simple way. It's Simple Security.

Simple Security

Dr. Stephen O Dean co-founded the Fusion Power Associates in 1979, with Drs. Nick Krall and Alvin Trivelpiece. Dr. Dean has led this organization since its' founding. The FPA has been providing coordination and communication among leading fusion research institutions for the past four decades. Dr. Dean holds a PhD in Physics from the University of Maryland and is the author of &quot;Search for the Ultimate Energy Source.&quot; In our interview we discuss the history of fusion research stretching back into the 50's.

Dr. Stephen O Dean co-founded the Fusion Power Associates in 1979, with Drs. Nick Krall and Alvin Trivelpiece. Dr. Dean has led this organization since its' founding. The FPA has been providing coordination and communication among leading fusion research institutions for the past four decades. Dr. Dean holds a PhD in Physics from the University of Maryland and is the author of "Search for the Ultimate Energy Source." In our interview we discuss the history of fusion research stretching back into the 50's.

The Fusion Podcast -

Let’s talk for a change is a podcast where you meet entrepreneurs and people who fights for a change in the world. We want to highlight impact entrepreneurs and show how world problems can be solved by ideas, technology and entrepreneurship.  

The podcast is brought to you by Norrsken Foundation, working for a world that is optimised for both people and planet.


Instagram: @letstalkforachange

Let’s talk for a change is a podcast where you meet entrepreneurs and people who fights for a change in the world. We want to highlight impact entrepreneurs and show how world problems can be solved by ideas, technology and entrepreneurship. The podcast is brought to you by Norrsken Foundation, working for a world that is optimised for both people and planet. Instagram: @letstalkforachange

Let's talk for a change

Salesforce is the largest PaaS in the world. As customers put more sensitive data into the platform, more customers ask “How do I align our Salesforce to our company’s Security Posture?” Listen to our guest experts discuss the nuances of Salesforce Security and how to bridge the gap between Infosec, Compliance and Salesforce teams.

Security in the Clouds

Hey, 
Wir(Romeo &amp; Levin) werden hier über Technik, Foto - Videografie und unseren Alltag als kleine Youtuber reden.

Hey, Wir(Romeo & Levin) werden hier über Technik, Foto - Videografie und unseren Alltag als kleine Youtuber reden.

1 Stunde Tech

E-Bike, Pedelec, S-Pedelec und Elektrofahrrad - Neuheiten, Informationen und Testergebnisse

eBikeNews - der Podcast

Reading all news articles, which contains bulk of ads and other related but useless information, NO THANKS.

Just here me out on this podcast and while listening to me reading news (only what's important, not other sh*t writing material) you can do other things, play a game, do excercise or just relax.

Share with your friends, I'm sure they will love it.

Reading all news articles, which contains bulk of ads and other related but useless information, NO THANKS. Just here me out on this podcast and while listening to me reading news (only what's important, not other sh*t writing material) you can do other things, play a game, do excercise or just relax. Share with your friends, I'm sure they will love it.

News in tech

Enjoy PrintWeek's podcast on the move - weekly highlights and updates about the fraternity. Join Ramu Ramanathan every Tuesday as he shares news from across the country

Speak Up With Ramu

Podcast de Canal USB, la sección sobre tecnología, videojuegos y cultura pop, de Cubadebate

Canal Usb

The Global Funding and Financing (GFF) podcast is Clearstream’s podcast series for the funding and financing industry, releasing monthly episodes with senior leaders in the space of secured finance covering all major topics shaping the world of collateral, securities lending, repo and OTC derivates leading up to the 2022 edition of the GFF Summit in Luxembourg. Stay connected with the GFF community across the globe and subscribe to our show. Each of the 30 minutes of lively episodes are hosted by Andrew Keith Walker, Finance and Tech Journalist and Christian Rossler, Senior VP, Securities Lending and Borrowing Products at Clearstream. Legal Information here - https://www.clearstream.com/clearstream-en/imprint-1277756

The Global Funding and Financing (GFF) podcast is Clearstream’s podcast series for the funding and financing industry, releasing monthly episodes with senior leaders in the space of secured finance covering all major topics shaping the world of collateral, securities lending, repo and OTC derivates leading up to the 2022 edition of the GFF Summit in Luxembourg. Stay connected with the GFF community across the globe and subscribe to our show. Each of the 30 minutes of lively episodes are hosted by Andrew Keith Walker, Finance and Tech Journalist and Christian Rossler, Senior VP, Securities Lending and Borrowing Products at Clearstream. Legal Information here - https://www.clearstream.com/clearstream-en/imprint-1277756

GFF Podcast

"Plain English AI" is a dynamic podcast dedicated to exploring the latest developments and news in the world of artificial intelligence technology. Each episode delves into a range of topics, from breakthroughs in machine learning to the ethical implications of AI in society. Our engaging discussions aim to make complex AI concepts accessible to a broad audience, whether you're a tech enthusiast or a professional in the field. Tune in weekly for insightful analysis and thought-provoking perspectives on how AI is shaping our world.

Plain English AI

A internet e a din&acirc;mica das redes sociais transformaram a maneira de fazer pol&iacute;tica. Se at&eacute; os anos 2000 o voto era decidido com com&iacute;cios, boca a boca na rua e hor&aacute;rio eleitoral gratuito, conquist&aacute;-lo agora depende tamb&eacute;m de como as candidaturas captam sua aten&ccedil;&atilde;o no celular. O Cabo Eleitoral, conduzido pela jornalista Paula Soprana, joga luz sobre a forma com que as campanhas e suas milit&acirc;ncias se apropriam das redes para difundir propaganda e explica as novas regras do jogo eleitoral. O podcast &eacute; uma parceria da Folha e do centro de pesquisas Internet Lab.

A internet e a dinâmica das redes sociais transformaram a maneira de fazer política. Se até os anos 2000 o voto era decidido com comícios, boca a boca na rua e horário eleitoral gratuito, conquistá-lo agora depende também de como as candidaturas captam sua atenção no celular. O Cabo Eleitoral, conduzido pela jornalista Paula Soprana, joga luz sobre a forma com que as campanhas e suas militâncias se apropriam das redes para difundir propaganda e explica as novas regras do jogo eleitoral. O podcast é uma parceria da Folha e do centro de pesquisas Internet Lab.

A internet e a dinâmica das redes sociais transformaram a maneira de fazer política. Se até os anos 2000 o voto era decidido com comícios, boca a boca na rua e horário eleitoral gratuito, conquistá-lo agora depende também de como as candidaturas captam sua atenção no celular. O Cabo Eleitoral, conduzido pela jornalista Paula Soprana, joga luz sobre a forma com que as campanhas e suas militâncias se apropriam das redes para difundir propaganda e explica as novas regras do jogo eleitoral. O podcast é uma parceria da Folha e do centro de pesquisas Internet Lab.

Cabo Eleitoral

De 08:00 a 10:00 h. de lunes a viernes. LA TRIBU con Raúl Varela es sinónimo de la mañana de Radio Marca. 2 horas de radio con entretenimiento, información, opinión y actualidad

De 08:00 a 10:00 h. de lunes a viernes.LA TRIBU con Raúl Varela es sinónimo de la mañana de Radio Marca. 2 horas de radio con entretenimiento, información, opinión y actualidad

De 08:00 a 10:00 h. de lunes a viernes. LA TRIBU con Raúl Varela es sinónimo de la mañana de Radio Marca. 2 horas de radio con entretenimiento, información, opinión y actualidad

LA TRIBU

Bienvenue dans notre playlist d&eacute;di&eacute;e aux passionn&eacute;s de technologie ! Plongez dans l&rsquo;univers de l&rsquo;innovation avec notre s&eacute;lection de podcasts explorant les derni&egrave;res tendances, les avanc&eacute;es et les d&eacute;fis du monde de la Tech. Que vous soyez un professionnel du secteur ou juste avide de connaissances, cette playlist saura vous mettre la puce (&eacute;lectronique) &agrave; l&#39;oreille. Suiviez les discussions sur l&rsquo;intelligence artificielle, la cybers&eacute;curit&eacute;, les gadgets de demain et les strat&eacute;gies des g&eacute;ants du num&eacute;rique. Ces podcasts vous offrent un acc&egrave;s privil&eacute;gi&eacute; aux r&eacute;flexions des experts, des entrepreneurs et des chercheurs de renom qui fa&ccedil;onnent le futur de notre monde connect&eacute;. La Playlist Tech est con&ccedil;ue pour &ecirc;tre &agrave; la fois &eacute;ducative et inspirante, vous permettant de rester inform&eacute; des &eacute;volutions rapides du secteur technologique tout en nourrissant votre curiosit&eacute;. Abonnez-nous pour un voyage passionnant &agrave; travers l&rsquo;univers tech, o&ugrave; chaque &eacute;pisode est une fen&ecirc;tre ouverte sur l&rsquo;avenir. Avec cette playlist, l&#39;actu Tech n&rsquo;aura plus de secrets pour vous !<hr> Hébergé par Acast. Visitez <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> pour plus d'informations.

Bienvenue dans notre playlist dédiée aux passionnés de technologie ! Plongez dans l’univers de l’innovation avec notre sélection de podcasts explorant les dernières tendances, les avancées et les défis du monde de la Tech. Que vous soyez un professionnel du secteur ou juste avide de connaissances, cette playlist saura vous mettre la puce (électronique) à l'oreille. Suiviez les discussions sur l’intelligence artificielle, la cybersécurité, les gadgets de demain et les stratégies des géants du numérique. Ces podcasts vous offrent un accès privilégié aux réflexions des experts, des entrepreneurs et des chercheurs de renom qui façonnent le futur de notre monde connecté. La Playlist Tech est conçue pour être à la fois éducative et inspirante, vous permettant de rester informé des évolutions rapides du secteur technologique tout en nourrissant votre curiosité. Abonnez-nous pour un voyage passionnant à travers l’univers tech, où chaque épisode est une fenêtre ouverte sur l’avenir. Avec cette playlist, l'actu Tech n’aura plus de secrets pour vous ! Hébergé par Acast. Visitez acast.com/privacy pour plus d'informations.

Bienvenue dans notre playlist dédiée aux passionnés de technologie ! Plongez dans l’univers de l’innovation avec notre sélection de podcasts explorant les dernières tendances, les avancées et les défis du monde de la Tech. Que vous soyez un professionnel du secteur ou juste avide de connaissances, cette playlist saura vous mettre la puce (électronique) à l'oreille. Suiviez les discussions sur l’intelligence artificielle, la cybersécurité, les gadgets de demain et les stratégies des géants du numérique. Ces podcasts vous offrent un accès privilégié aux réflexions des experts, des entrepreneurs et des chercheurs de renom qui façonnent le futur de notre monde connecté. La Playlist Tech est conçue pour être à la fois éducative et inspirante, vous permettant de rester informé des évolutions rapides du secteur technologique tout en nourrissant votre curiosité. Abonnez-nous pour un voyage passionnant à travers l’univers tech, où chaque épisode est une fenêtre ouverte sur l’avenir. Avec cette playlist, l'actu Tech n’aura plus de secrets pour vous ! Hébergé par Acast. Visitez <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer">acast.com/privacy</a> pour plus d'informations.

Playlist Tech : les meilleurs podcasts technologie

Maak kennis met TP:Talks, de nieuwe podcast van Telecompaper! 🎙️ Elke week gaan we in gesprek met een interessante gast over de laatste ontwikkelingen in de TMT-sector.

TP:Talks

Skyfritt er&nbsp;podcasten&nbsp;for deg som er litt lei av skyprat. Hei&nbsp;eg&nbsp;heter Tony&nbsp;Bardalen&nbsp;og mitt oppdrag er å gjøre IT enkelt - for deg.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Med meg har&nbsp;jeg&nbsp;med kollegaene mine Oscar og Emre, og vi diskuterer ting som berører vår hverdag. Det kan være ting som skjer i nyhetsbildet, gøyale opplevelser på jobb eller bare en god historie.&nbsp;&nbsp;Selv om du ikke er i bransjen håper vi å være til inspirasjon, glede og muligens provosere litt med våre diskusjoner.&nbsp;&nbsp;Også satser vi på å lande på begge beina til slutt.<hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Skyfritt er podcasten for deg som er litt lei av skyprat. Hei eg heter Tony Bardalen og mitt oppdrag er å gjøre IT enkelt - for deg.     Med meg har jeg med kollegaene mine Oscar og Emre, og vi diskuterer ting som berører vår hverdag. Det kan være ting som skjer i nyhetsbildet, gøyale opplevelser på jobb eller bare en god historie.    Selv om du ikke er i bransjen håper vi å være til inspirasjon, glede og muligens provosere litt med våre diskusjoner.   Også satser vi på å lande på begge beina til slutt. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Skyfritt er&nbsp;podcasten&nbsp;for deg som er litt lei av skyprat. Hei&nbsp;eg&nbsp;heter Tony&nbsp;Bardalen&nbsp;og mitt oppdrag er å gjøre IT enkelt - for deg.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;Med meg har&nbsp;jeg&nbsp;med kollegaene mine Oscar og Emre, og vi diskuterer ting som berører vår hverdag. Det kan være ting som skjer i nyhetsbildet, gøyale opplevelser på jobb eller bare en god historie.&nbsp;&nbsp;Selv om du ikke er i bransjen håper vi å være til inspirasjon, glede og muligens provosere litt med våre diskusjoner.&nbsp;&nbsp;Også satser vi på å lande på begge beina til slutt. Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

Skyfritt

The global mobile industry’s most trusted destination for news and insight brings you brand-new episodes every month, delving into the hot topics and biggest challenges facing the industry.   

Each episode will include exclusive insider commentary, lively debate, and special guests from the mobile and technology industries, discussing the latest developments across areas including telecoms, big tech, AI, 5G, the metaverse, private networks, security and more.

The global mobile industry’s most trusted destination for news and insight brings you brand-new episodes every month, delving into the hot topics and biggest challenges facing the industry. Each episode will include exclusive insider commentary, lively debate, and special guests from the mobile and technology industries, discussing the latest developments across areas including telecoms, big tech, AI, 5G, the metaverse, private networks, security and more.

Mobile World Live

Tech news read by an opinionated programmer with a microphone

Angry Tech News

The Undiscovered Metric is a new content series produced by Adverity. Identifying and looking at key data streams businesses use to evaluate their marketing performance. Each episode consists of a short video interview with guests, talking about the importance of data in their role focusing on a specific data source and the different metrics they gather, including what they consider to be the “undiscovered metric”. https://hubs.la/Q01G3fW50<hr> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

The Undiscovered Metric is a new content series produced by Adverity. Identifying and looking at key data streams businesses use to evaluate their marketing performance. Each episode consists of a short video interview with guests, talking about the importance of data in their role focusing on a specific data source and the different metrics they gather, including what they consider to be the “undiscovered metric”. https://hubs.la/Q01G3fW50 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The Undiscovered Metric is a new content series produced by Adverity. Identifying and looking at key data streams businesses use to evaluate their marketing performance. Each episode consists of a short video interview with guests, talking about the importance of data in their role focusing on a specific data source and the different metrics they gather, including what they consider to be the “undiscovered metric”. https://hubs.la/Q01G3fW50 Hosted on Acast. See <a href="https://acast.com/privacy" rel="noopener noreferrer">acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.

The Undiscovered Metric

Willkommen im Café Cloud City! 

Wo ist diese Cloud überhaupt? Was gibt es Neues von Microsoft? Wie ist der Stand bei der KI? Wie steht es um die IT-Security?

Setz dich zu uns in launiger Runde, nimm dir eine Tasse Kaffee und sei top informiert rund um Tech und Zukunftsthemen!

Willkommen im Café Cloud City! Wo ist diese Cloud überhaupt? Was gibt es Neues von Microsoft? Wie ist der Stand bei der KI? Wie steht es um die IT-Security? Setz dich zu uns in launiger Runde, nimm dir eine Tasse Kaffee und sei top informiert rund um Tech und Zukunftsthemen!

Café Cloud City

Consulia CéKoiÇa, un podcast dédié à l’explication de notions techniques et complexes, relatives au domaine de la sécurité de l’information.


Le principe est le suivant: vous résumer une norme, un référentiel, un standard, une terminologie ou encore un document technique en quelques minutes, à l’oral, pour en tirer l’essentiel. 

Ces épisodes se voudront les plus objectifs et pragmatiques possibles, avec quand même une pointe de subjectivité et des retours d’expérience de ma part et de mes invités.


La finalité ? Vous éviter la lecture de ces référentiels souvent complexes à assimiler, avec une acculturation du pourquoi ce référentiel, à qui il s'applique, et bien évidemment quand l'appliquer.
Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Consulia CéKoiÇa, un podcast dédié à l’explication de notions techniques et complexes, relatives au domaine de la sécurité de l’information. Le principe est le suivant: vous résumer une norme, un référentiel, un standard, une terminologie ou encore un document technique en quelques minutes, à l’oral, pour en tirer l’essentiel. Ces épisodes se voudront les plus objectifs et pragmatiques possibles, avec quand même une pointe de subjectivité et des retours d’expérience de ma part et de mes invités. La finalité ? Vous éviter la lecture de ces référentiels souvent complexes à assimiler, avec une acculturation du pourquoi ce référentiel, à qui il s'applique, et bien évidemment quand l'appliquer. Hébergé par Ausha. Visitez ausha.co/fr/politique-de-confidentialite pour plus d'informations.

Consulia CéKoiÇa

This is a talk show covering women & allies in technology. <a href="https://www.techtalkswithmadona.com?utm_medium=podcast">www.techtalkswithmadona.com</a>

This is a talk show covering women & allies in technology. www.techtalkswithmadona.com

This is a talk show covering women &amp; allies in technology. <a href="https://www.techtalkswithmadona.com?utm_medium=podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer">www.techtalkswithmadona.com</a>

Tech Talks with Madona

Cyber Security News, Analysis and Opinion

CISO Archives | The Security Ledger with Paul F. Roberts

Microsoft Taps Three Mile Island for AI Power: A New Chapter in Nuclear Energy and Technology In a groundbreaking move, Microsoft has announced a 20-year partnership with Constellation Energy to reopen and utilize the Three Mile Island Unit 1 nuclear reactor as a major power source for its growing AI infrastructure. This decision marks an important step in Microsoft's ongoing commitment to become carbon-negative by 2030 while addressing the rising energy demands of artificial intelligence (AI) and data centers. By turning to nuclear power, Microsoft is banking on a reliable, carbon-free energy source to help sustain its operations while cutting down on its environmental footprint. However, the announcement has not been without controversy, as it revives discussions about nuclear power’s role in the modern energy landscape, particularly given Three Mile Island’s historical baggage. This article explores the implications of Microsoft’s bold move, the potential benefits of nuclear energy for the tech industry, and the challenges that remain. The Power Demands of Artificial Intelligence Artificial intelligence, particularly machine learning and deep learning, demands an enormous amount of computational resources. As AI systems become more complex and widespread, their energy needs grow exponentially. The process of training AI models, such as natural language models like GPT-4 or image recognition systems, requires processing vast amounts of data and running countless simulations to optimize their performance. This computational intensity translates into significant electricity consumption. In fact, training a single, large AI model can require megawatts of electricity over the course of several weeks. For instance, OpenAI's GPT-3 model, trained using Microsoft’s Azure AI infrastructure, reportedly consumed the energy equivalent of several hundred households for a year during its training phase. Now, with even more advanced models like GPT-4 and DALL-E, energy consumption is likely to increase further, straining the already energy-hungry data centers that host these operations. At present, data centers globally are responsible for approximately 1% of the world's electricity consumption, with AI workloads representing a significant and growing share of that demand. According to a study by the University of Massachusetts Amherst, training some large AI models can generate as much carbon dioxide as the lifetime emissions of five average cars. This has led to calls from environmentalists and industry leaders for more sustainable solutions. While renewable energy sources, such as solar and wind, are often viewed as key to reducing the carbon footprint of data centers, these options come with limitations. Specifically, they are intermittent—solar power is available only when the sun is shining, and wind power relies on favorable wind conditions. This variability can make it difficult to ensure a constant, stable supply of electricity, which is crucial for AI infrastructure that requires uninterrupted uptime. This is where nuclear energy, with its ability to produce continuous, base-load power, becomes an attractive alternative. Unlike solar or wind, nuclear plants can run 24/7, providing consistent energy regardless of external conditions. The Legacy of Three Mile Island: A Controversial Choice The decision to reopen Three Mile Island’s Unit 1 reactor brings with it significant historical weight. The name Three Mile Island has been synonymous with nuclear energy disasters since the partial meltdown of its Unit 2 reactor in 1979, the worst nuclear accident in U.S. history. Although Unit 1 was unaffected by the meltdown and continued to operate safely until its closure in 2019, the event triggered a wave of anti-nuclear sentiment across the U.S. and the world. The 1979 incident at Three Mile Island involved a failure in the cooling system of Unit 2, leading to a partial meltdown of the reactor core. While there were no immediate injuries or fatalities, the incident eroded public trust in nuclear energy and led to a decades-long pause in the construction of new nuclear power plants in the U.S. The accident also prompted widespread regulatory changes, with the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) imposing stricter safety requirements on existing and new reactors. Despite its controversial history, Three Mile Island Unit 1 operated safely for decades following the incident. However, it was eventually decommissioned in 2019 due to economic reasons, as falling natural gas prices and increased competition from renewable energy sources made it financially unsustainable to keep the plant running. Now, as the need for clean, consistent energy has grown more urgent, Constellation Energy has announced plans to invest $1.6 billion to refurbish and modernize Unit 1. This investment will cover safety upgrades, technological improvements, and the integration of new digital control systems to ensure the plant can operate efficiently in the 21st century. The goal is to bring Unit 1 back online by 2028, providing Microsoft with a stable source of carbon-free electricity for the next two decades. Why Nuclear Power? The Appeal for Microsoft and the Tech Industry For Microsoft, the decision to partner with Constellation Energy and utilize nuclear power reflects both pragmatism and a long-term vision for sustainability. With its ambitious goal of becoming carbon-negative by 2030, Microsoft needs to find ways to decarbonize its vast infrastructure, including the data centers that power its AI systems. While Microsoft has invested heavily in renewable energy over the years—its data centers in several regions are powered by solar, wind, and hydropower—these sources alone may not be sufficient to meet the growing demands of AI, especially when reliability is a priority. Unlike solar and wind, nuclear power provides continuous, base-load energy, which is essential for ensuring the uptime that AI data centers require. In addition to reliability, nuclear power offers another key advantage: carbon neutrality. Nuclear plants produce zero carbon emissions during operation, making them one of the cleanest energy sources available. By using nuclear energy from Three Mile Island, Microsoft can significantly reduce its reliance on natural gas and other fossil fuels, thus lowering its overall carbon footprint. This aligns with Microsoft's larger sustainability goals. In addition to becoming carbon-negative by 2030, Microsoft has pledged to remove all the carbon it has emitted since its founding in 1975 by 2050. Achieving these goals will require a combination of renewable energy, energy efficiency improvements, and carbon capture technologies. Nuclear power, with its ability to provide large amounts of clean energy, fits into this broader strategy. Challenges and Risks of Nuclear Power While nuclear energy offers clear benefits in terms of reliability and carbon neutrality, it is not without its risks and challenges. The Three Mile Island incident itself serves as a reminder of the potential dangers associated with nuclear power, even though modern reactors are far safer than those built in the 1970s. Critics of nuclear energy point to several key concerns: Nuclear Waste: One of the most significant issues with nuclear power is the disposal of nuclear waste. While nuclear reactors do not produce carbon emissions, they do generate radioactive waste that remains hazardous for thousands of years. Managing and storing this waste safely is a long-term challenge that has yet to be fully resolved. Safety Risks: Although modern nuclear reactors are designed with numerous safety features, accidents like those at Chernobyl and Fukushima have shown that the consequences of a nuclear disaster can be catastrophic. While the chances of such accidents occurring in modern reactors are extremely low, the risk cannot be eliminated entirely. Public Perception: Public opinion on nuclear energy remains divided. While some view it as a necessary tool in the fight against climate change, others continue to associate it with accidents and the potential for disaster. This has made it politically difficult to expand nuclear energy in many parts of the world, particularly in the U.S., where no new nuclear plants have been built in decades. Despite these challenges, the growing urgency of the climate crisis has led to renewed interest in nuclear energy as a carbon-free energy source. For Microsoft, the decision to tap into nuclear power reflects a pragmatic approach to addressing its energy needs while minimizing its environmental impact. Reviving a Dormant Giant: What It Takes to Reopen Three Mile Island Reopening Three Mile Island’s Unit 1 is no simple task. It requires significant investment, regulatory approval, and modernization to bring the facility up to today's safety and operational standards. Constellation Energy’s $1.6 billion investment will cover the cost of these upgrades, including new digital control systems, enhanced safety features, and the integration of the plant with modern energy grids. In addition to technical upgrades, the plant will need to meet strict regulatory requirements set by the Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC). These regulations were put in place to ensure that nuclear plants operate safely and efficiently, with minimal risk to public health and the environment. The NRC will oversee the refurbishment process, ensuring that the plant meets all necessary safety and environmental standards before it can be brought back online. Once operational, Three Mile Island Unit 1 is expected to produce 819 megawatts of electricity, enough to power Microsoft’s AI infrastructure and offset a significant portion of the carbon emissions that would have otherwise come from fossil fuel-based power sources. The plant’s carbon-free status will help Microsoft reduce its environmental impact while ensuring it has a reliable energy supply to support its growing AI operatio

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