Amazon is spending over $1 billion on a new nuclear energy project to power its next data centers — but will it really live up to the test?
Amazon is backing X-energy’s proposed 960-megawatt Indiana nuclear facility to supply electricity, although financing details, regulatory approvals, and completion dates remain uncertain.
Amazon intends to invest over $1 billion into a novel nuclear energy project in Indiana that aims to power future data centers and the local power grid. The project involves 12 proposed small modular reactors, each generating 80 megawatts via helium cooling and TRISO fuel. Amazon leads the venture, backing X-energy, a company that entered a $700 million financing round with the tech giant in 2024.
The project's location is the former Breed coal generating station in Sullivan County, Indiana. However, the timeline for construction and commissioning remains uncertain, as regulatory approvals are a significant challenge. Despite this, Amazon's partnership with X-energy and its lead role in the project suggest a serious commitment that could exceed the rumored $1 billion investment.
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