Microsoft Considers Small Nuclear Reactors to Power Energy-Hungry AI Like ChatGPT

Microsoft may build small nuclear reactors to power energy-hungry AI systems like ChatGPT. This could support global data centers.
Microsoft aims to maintain its lead in the AI race against companies like Google. But AI requires massive computing power.
Small modular reactors (SMRs) are smaller, movable versions of nuclear plants. Few exist currently, but Microsoft is exploring them.
Microsoft partners with OpenAI for AI like ChatGPT. But training models like GPT-3 uses immense energy and water.
Larger AI models need exponentially more power. So companies aren't slowing AI progress despite high energy costs.

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Posted 9/27/2023, 12:50:00 PM

Microsoft Considers Small Nuclear Reactors to Power Energy-Hungry AI Like ChatGPT

Microsoft may build small nuclear reactors to power energy-hungry AI systems like ChatGPT. This could support global data centers.
Microsoft aims to maintain its lead in the AI race against companies like Google. But AI requires massive computing power.
Small modular reactors (SMRs) are smaller, movable versions of nuclear plants. Few exist currently, but Microsoft is exploring them.
Microsoft partners with OpenAI for AI like ChatGPT. But training models like GPT-3 uses immense energy and water.
Larger AI models need exponentially more power. So companies aren't slowing AI progress despite high energy costs.

gizmodo.com

Relevant topic timeline:

9/25/2023

Microsoft Eyes Nuclear Power for AI Cloud

Microsoft is seeking a nuclear expert to assess the integration of small modular nuclear reactors to power its data centers as part of their AI operations.

9/25/2023

Microsoft Hiring Manager to Lead Effort to Power Data Centers with Nuclear Reactors

Microsoft is hiring a Principal Program Manager Nuclear Technology to lead the integration of Small Modular Reactors and microreactors to power datacenters and develop a global energy strategy.

9/30/2023

Microsoft Explores Using Nuclear Power to Fuel AI Model Training

Microsoft is planning to power its AI systems using small modular nuclear reactors, despite several challenges including sourcing a suitable design and addressing long-term nuclear waste storage.

10/1/2023

Microsoft Exploring Using Nuclear Power to Support Energy-Hungry AI Systems

Microsoft is planning to power its large language models using nuclear reactors, with the goal of reducing the power-intensive process's carbon footprint and reliance on traditional energy sources.

10/1/2023

Microsoft Seeks Nuclear Expert to Lead AI Energy Plans

Microsoft is forming a team to advance its artificial intelligence plans by hiring professionals to develop an energy strategy based on Small Modular Reactors and microreactor energy.

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AI's Massive Energy Use Raises Concerns; Companies Explore Nuclear Power Despite Risks