Utility weighs reviving Iowa nuclear plant as demand soars from data centers

Published October 24, 2024 11:05am ET



Utility giant NextEra Energy is considering restarting the Duane Arnold nuclear power plant in Iowa as some customers have reportedly expressed interest in using the energy for nearby data centers. 

CEO John Ketchum told investors during a third-quarter earnings call Wednesday that the company is strongly considering joining the likes of Holtec and Constellation Energy by bringing a retired nuclear plant back online to meet soaring demand.

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