Micro nuclear reactors could cost as little as $20 million and launch by 2031 — but will it be enough for data center operators and the AI industry

Nano Nuclear Energy Zeus micro reactor.

As AI continues to drive exponential growth in data centers, securing adequate power supplies has become a critical challenge.

Chatting with HPCwire, James Walker, CEO of Nano Nuclear Energy, outlined how micro nuclear reactors could offer a viable solution. These small, portable reactors are designed to provide clean, safe, and reliable energy to meet the increasing demands of data centers and other industries.