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Constellation Energy orders $100m transformer for Three Mile Island reactor revival

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Constellation Energy has placed a $100 million order for a main power transformer, marking a critical step in the revival of the Three Mile Island nuclear reactor in Pennsylvania, according to Reuters. The transformer is the largest single piece of equipment needed for the reactor’s restart. Constellation has committed to investing $1.6 billion by 2028 to bring the plant back online. Following a detailed survey of the site, which assessed essential infrastructure and equipment, Constellation…

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Microsoft and Constellation Energy sign deal to restart Three Mile Island nuclear unit

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Microsoft and Constellation Energy have entered into a power deal to restart Unit 1 of the Three Mile Island nuclear plant in Pennsylvania, the first-ever nuclear plant revival of its kind. The deal comes amid surging electricity demand from data centers driven by advancements in artificial intelligence and cloud computing. Nuclear energy, with its nearly carbon-free and reliable nature, is gaining favor among tech companies for meeting both power needs and climate commitments. Constellation plans…