NextEra Energy and Google have announced a collaboration to restart the Duane Arnold Energy Center in Iowa, the state’s only nuclear facility, to meet rising electricity demand driven by AI and data centers. Google will buy a significant portion of the plant’s output as a carbon-free energy source, with NextEra assuming full ownership. The project will create 400 jobs and bring $9 billion in economic benefits to Iowa. This partnership accelerates next-gen nuclear tech development and strengthens grid reliability. The deal signifies a broader revival of U.S. nuclear power amid climate goals and data center growth.

Read more at Yahoo Finance: Google and NextEra to Restart Iowa’s Duane Arnold Nuclear Plant to Power AI Era