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US Revives Nuclear Plants to Meet Data Center Energy Demand

US Revives Nuclear Plants to Meet Data Center Energy Demand

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ThreatCluster •October 17, 2026 at 22:08 UTC
  • •Three U.S. nuclear plants are being revived to meet energy demands from data centers.
  • •The Department of Energy is providing $4.4 billion for the restart of these facilities.
  • •Safety concerns are raised regarding the aging infrastructure of the plants being revived.

The U.S. is reviving three decommissioned nuclear plants to address rising electricity demand, particularly from data centers. The Department of Energy is providing up to $4.4 billion to restart the Palisades Power Plant in Michigan, the Crane Clean Energy Center on Pennsylvania's Three Mile Island, and the Duane Arnold Energy Center in Iowa, aiming to restore 2.25 gigawatts of power. These plants were previously closed due to high operational costs but now have contracts with major tech companies for carbon-free energy. Experts highlight that restarting these reactors is quicker and cheaper than building new ones, although safety concerns remain due to outdated infrastructure. The Trump administration is pushing for nuclear energy to support AI and manufacturing sectors. Critics argue that taxpayer funds should prioritize safety improvements over reviving older plants.

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2026-10-16
Funding announced for nuclear plant restarts
The U.S. Department of Energy announced up to $4.4 billion to restart three nuclear plants to meet energy demand.
Michiganpublic
2026-10-17
Nuclear plants revival reported
Reports confirm the revival of three nuclear plants to supply energy for data centers amid rising demand.
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Which plants are being revived?
The Palisades Power Plant in Michigan, Crane Clean Energy Center on Three Mile Island, and Duane Arnold Energy Center in Iowa.
What is the purpose of reviving these plants?
The revival aims to meet the growing electricity demand, particularly from large-scale data centers.
What are the safety concerns?
Experts warn that the aging infrastructure of these plants may not adequately withstand modern natural disasters.