Oklo Inc. and Switch have entered into a groundbreaking Master Power Agreement to deploy 12 gigawatts of Oklo Aurora advanced nuclear powerhouses by 2044, marking one of the largest corporate clean power agreements ever. This strategic collaboration aims to meet growing electricity demands, particularly for artificial intelligence (AI), with clean, sustainable power while advancing Oklo’s nuclear energy deployment.
Key Highlights of the Agreement
- Deployment Scope: Oklo will develop, construct, and operate Aurora powerhouses to supply power to Switch’s data centers across the U.S. through a series of power purchase agreements.
- Scaling Clean Energy: The agreement will accelerate early powerhouse deployments and support Oklo’s scale-up to meet future demand.
- AI Focus: The powerhouses are designed to support Switch’s data centers, known for their ability to handle AI workloads for leading global enterprises.
Commitment to Sustainability
Switch, a leader in data center sustainability since 2016, already operates 100% on renewable energy, using nearly 984 million kilowatt-hours of green power annually. The partnership with Oklo enhances Switch’s infrastructure with reliable, advanced nuclear energy, ensuring long-term clean energy solutions for its data centers.
Rob Roy, Founder and CEO of Switch, emphasized the transformative potential of the partnership:
“Utilizing Oklo’s powerhouses reinforces our leadership in sustainable data center infrastructure while supporting our vision of energy abundance.”
Driving Energy Innovation
Jacob DeWitte, Co-Founder and CEO of Oklo, highlighted the significance of this collaboration:
“This historic agreement reflects our shared vision for advanced nuclear energy’s role in powering AI and achieving energy abundance. Switch’s proven execution capabilities will help accelerate Oklo’s growth and demonstrate long-term demand for clean nuclear power.”
Simplifying Clean Energy Access
Oklo’s business model focuses on providing clean energy directly to customers through power purchase agreements, bypassing the complexities of owning power plants. The Aurora powerhouses are designed to deliver reliable, flexible, and scalable energy solutions to meet the rising energy needs of modern industries.
A Vision for the Future
This long-term partnership positions Oklo and Switch to lead in clean energy innovation, providing sustainable power for AI and other high-demand applications while setting a benchmark for corporate clean energy agreements worldwide.
