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Thursday's Buzz: "Alberta's Nuclear Power Debate: Fueling AI Data Center Growth!"
Thursday's Buzz: "Alberta's Nuclear Power Debate: Fueling AI Data Center Growth!"
Thursday's Buzz: "Alberta's Nuclear Power Debate: Fueling AI Data Center Growth!"
"Alberta's groundbreaking push into nuclear power for AI data centers! 🚀"
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Feb 19, 2026
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With the exponential rise of AI, nuclear energy is hard on the Alnberta agenda. Lets follow the conversation.
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In the news this week |
Alberta is intensifying efforts to embrace nuclear power generation amid soaring electricity needs sparked by population growth and an explosion of AI data centers in the Edmonton area.
Premier Danielle Smith will address these priorities in a televised statement, setting the stage for the province’s evolving energy landscape.
The Alberta Electric System Operator recently allocated all 1,200 megawatts of its large project cap to two major data centers, including a future Meta facility, underscoring urgent power shortages.
To meet these mounting demands, Alberta is consulting the public and Indigenous groups about integrating nuclear energy into the provincial grid.
Key initiatives include Energy Alberta’s proposal for two CANDU MONARK reactors near Peace River, and Capital Power’s plan, alongside Ontario Power Generation, to assess small modular reactors.
With federal backing, Alberta is moving toward a nuclear strategy to ensure reliable, clean energy for its fast-growing high-tech sector. Read More... |
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Things to do this weekend |
1. Outdoor and Nature |
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3. Arts, Crafts & Culture 🎭 |
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This Week's Weather |
Weather Forecast: February 20 – 22, 2026
📅 Friday, February 20, 2026 ☀️ Sunny High: -13°C | Low: -18°C Summary: A bright but frigid day to kick off the weekend. Expect clear blue skies and plenty of sunshine, though the air remains very cold with wind chills making it feel significantly lower.
📅 Saturday, February 21, 2026 ⛅ A Mix of Sun and Cloud High: -15°C | Low: -23°C Summary: A slight dip in temperatures as cloud cover increases. While the sun will peek through occasionally, a colder air mass settles in, bringing a sharp bite to the air for those heading to outdoor festivals.
📅 Sunday, February 22, 2026 ☁️ Mostly Cloudy with a Chance of Flurries High: -18°C | Low: -25°C Summary: The coldest day of the period. Overcast skies dominate with a 40% chance of light flurries in the evening. It is a true winter's day in Edmonton, so heavy layers and insulated boots are a must.
Source: The Weather Network - Edmonton |
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