• Explore Hurricane Helene's devastation and Big Tech's shift to nuclear and hydrogen energy in this week's update.

  • Oct 1 2024
  • Length: 5 mins
  • Podcast

Explore Hurricane Helene's devastation and Big Tech's shift to nuclear and hydrogen energy in this week's update.

  • Summary

  • How are tech giants like Google and Microsoft planning to power their rapidly growing data centers in a sustainable way? Get ready for an eye-opening episode as we tackle this question and so much more. From the devastating impact of Hurricane Helene on the southeastern United States to the US Department of Interior's Bureau of Ocean Energy Management canceling an offshore wind auction due to low interest, we'll break down the most pressing energy stories of the week. Plus, we'll explore California’s new law aimed at upgrading its transmission system to better integrate renewable energy, and the ambitious project by startup ECL to build a 1,000-megawatt hydrogen-powered AI-driven data center in Texas.

    Feel the pulse of innovation with insights from the Energy Disruptors Conference in Calgary, Alberta. Discover how the US Department of Defense is pioneering the first transportable nuclear reactor project in Idaho, and why the green hydrogen and modular nuclear power movements are gaining traction among tech behemoths. With expert commentary on the challenges and opportunities facing the future of energy, this episode is a must-listen for anyone keen on understanding the transformative shifts in the energy landscape as we move into October 2024. Don't miss out on these compelling stories that could shape the future of energy.

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