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E.ON reviews former German nuclear sites for data centres
E.ON is assessing whether former nuclear power station sites in Germany could be repurposed for data centres. The review reflects growing interest in locations with strong grid connections and existing industrial infrastructure, though the projects’ viability has not yet been established.
Finance chief Nadia Jakobi said E.ON is taking an initial step with US chip designer Nvidia to assess feasibility. Germany ended its six-decade nuclear programme in 2023, following its decision to phase out nuclear power after Japan’s 2011 Fukushima disaster; Jakobi said she hoped former sites would become available soon.
In short
- E.ON is reviewing former German nuclear sites for data centres.
- Nvidia is helping assess whether the project is viable.
- Existing grid connections could make some sites attractive.