WASHINGTON, May 8 -- Tech giant Google has teamed up with Elementl Power to develop three advanced nuclear energy sites, as the demand for electricity driven by artificial intelligence continues to surge.

Announced on Wednesday, the collaboration will see Google invest in projects expected to generate 600 megawatts of power each, AP reports.

Although the total investment amount was not disclosed, the partnership underscores the growing role of nuclear energy in supporting AI-driven infrastructure.

"Our collaboration with Elementl Power enhances our ability to move at the speed required to meet this moment of AI and American innovation," said Amanda Peterson Corio, Google's head of data centre energy.

The two companies plan to work clo...