The government has agreed to an $80 billion deal with Westinghouse Electric, Cameco, and Brookfield to build nuclear reactors.
Power consumption from data centers is expected to double by 2035, driving the need for increased electricity production.
The strategic partnership aims to deliver on United States President Donald Trump’s AI ambitions and scale up an industry he sees as vital to competing with China.
The partnership involves Westinghouse Electric Co., Brookfield Asset Management, and Canadian uranium producer Cameco Corp.
Author's summary: Cameco and Brookfield partner in $80 billion nuclear deal.