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Amazon Tries to Boost Nuclear Power in Maryland After Scrapping Data Center Deal

Amazon signs 20-year power deal with Constellation to support Maryland nuclear plant

By · Published October 3, 2026  02:22 UTC · Updated October 3, 2026  13:49 UTC

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  • Primary Driver: Amazon signs 20-year power deal with Constellation to support Maryland nuclear plant
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Amazon has signed a 20-year power deal with Constellation to support the Calvert Cliffs nuclear plant in Maryland. This deal comes after Amazon scrapped plans to build a data center in the state.

The agreement adds 190 megawatts of nuclear capacity to Constellation's Maryland site. The power deal is significant because it marks a shift in Amazon's stance on nuclear power.

What happens next is unclear, but the agreement marks a significant step towards Amazon's goal of becoming carbon neutral by 2040.

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What is the significance of the 20-year power deal?

The deal adds 190 megawatts of nuclear capacity to Constellation's Maryland site and marks a shift in Amazon's stance on nuclear power.

Why did Amazon scrap plans to build a data center in Maryland?

Amazon scrapped plans to build a data center in Maryland due to concerns over the project's environmental impact.

What is the impact of this deal on Maryland residents and businesses?

The deal will be felt by residents and businesses in Maryland who rely on the state's nuclear power plants for electricity.

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