Brookfield to develop gigawatt-scale data center campus at DOE's Kentucky nuclear enrichment plant
Type: Development · Technology: Data Center · Country: United States · Capacity: 1 GW · Announced: 2026-07-29
Brookfield announced it will develop a gigawatt‑scale data center campus at the U.S. Department of Energy’s Kentucky nuclear enrichment plant. The project will repurpose the former enrichment facility in Paducah, Kentucky, converting the site into a high‑density AI‑ready data center capable of delivering up to 1 GW of power. The campus is expected to be built in phases, with the first phase slated for completion by 2029, leveraging the existing grid connections and nuclear infrastructure. The development aligns with Brookfield’s strategy to expand its data center portfolio in the United States while supporting the DOE’s goal to reuse legacy nuclear sites for modern digital infrastructure. No financial terms were disclosed, and the transaction does not involve external financing or advisory firms.
Counterparties
- Brookfield (Developer)
- U.S. Department of Energy (Owner)
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