Meanwhile, nuclear energy is being touted as a solution, but it is largely a dangerous distraction. The long timelines of Small Modular Reactors and safety risks of restarting decommissioned nuclear plants, as exemplified by Microsoft’s controversial plan to reopen the Three Mile Island site, further undermine the credibility of this approach. Without addressing the escalating energy demands of AI and their contribution to the climate crisis, the promise of AI as a “climate solution” is pure fiction.
Good point. At the same time, is there any way for nuclear energy to be part of the solution? I am genuinely torn on this.