Microsoft strikes deal to re-open Three Mile Island nuclear plant as energy needs grow
Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island is the site of the worst commercial nuclear accident in U.S. history. The nuclear plant near Harrisburg officially closed in 2019, but now, Microsoft is making a deal to restart the facility and buy all of its electricity for the next 20 years.
How likely is this to actually happen? And what does this say about the future of energy and tech?
Guests:
Evan Halper, business reporter covering the energy transition for the Washington Post
Relevant Links:
Washington Post: Microsoft deal would reopen Three Mile Island nuclear plant to power AI
Washington Post: Three Mile Island owner seeks taxpayer backing for Microsoft AI deal
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