Amazon Funds New Carbon-Free Nuclear Plant in Indiana

Amazon has entered into an agreement to fund the construction of a new nuclear energy facility in Indiana, partnering with X-energy and American Electric Power (AEP). This initiative aims to replace the former coal-fueled Breed Generating Station in Sullivan County with a source of up to 960 megawatts of carbon-free power.

The project signifies a significant investment by a major technology company into nuclear energy as a means to achieve carbon reduction goals. The new plant is intended to supply clean energy to the regional grid, aligning with broader efforts to transition away from fossil fuels and towards sustainable energy sources.