Deep Atomic Proposes Nuclear Power Plant for AI Data Center Campus near Idaho National Laboratory
Deep Atomic is proposing a nuclear power plant alongside a data center campus near the Idaho National Laboratory, focusing on the first AI and HPC data center infrastructure in the U.S. This plan aligns with the U.S.
Department of Energy's initiative to install data centers near nuclear plants, supported by presidential decrees aimed at enhancing AI development. The consortium, including Paragon Energy Solutions and Moonlite, plans to implement the project in phases, starting with the data center in 24 to 36 months, utilizing existing energy sources.
The small modular reactor MK60 is expected to supply 60 MW for operations and another 60 MW for cooling. Regulatory approvals may delay full implementation until closer to 2035, although some experts anticipate earlier results. The DOE is promoting flexible nuclear safety requirements for these campuses, with AI data centers in the U.S. projected to cost $350 billion by September 2025.
