Fusion R&D hub aims to break ground in Eastern Washington this summer

Fusion R&D hub aims to break ground in Eastern Washington this summer

Avalanche Energy plans to open a first-of-its-kind facility for commercial-scale testing of fusion technologies in Eastern Washington. The envisioned center, called FusionWERX, is a public-private partnership offering shared resources to universities, companies, and government labs in an effort to support fusion power producers and the sector’s supply chain.

FIA Calls for Targeted Support for Fusion Startups in the EU Startup and Scaleup Strategy
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FIA Calls for Targeted Support for Fusion Startups in the EU Startup and Scaleup Strategy

On March 17th, the Fusion Industry Association (FIA) submitted feedback to the European Commission’s public consultation on the upcoming EU Startup and Scaleup Strategy. The Strategy, set to be adopted this year, is expected to address the difficulties that European start-ups and scale-ups face in accessing capital, markets, services, infrastructure as well as talent needed to enable them to thrive in Europe and compete globally.

FIA Urges Prioritization of Commercializing Fusion Energy in U.S. FY25 Budget
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FIA Urges Prioritization of Commercializing Fusion Energy in U.S. FY25 Budget

On March 26th, the Fusion Industry Association (FIA) sent a letter to Dr. Kung, Acting Director of the Office of Science and Deputy Director for Science Programs at the U.S. Department of Energy, urging the prioritization of commercializing fusion energy in the United States in the FY25 budget.

FIA CEO Andrew Holland Highlights Key Reports at IAEA Fusion Webinar
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FIA CEO Andrew Holland Highlights Key Reports at IAEA Fusion Webinar

On Wednesday, March 19th, FIA CEO Andrew Holland joined a webinar hosted by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), where he presented several FIA reports, including the 2024 Global Fusion Industry Report, 2024 Supply Chain Report, and Fusion Workforce Report. The session not only provided a snapshot of the FIA’s work and priorities in the sector but also offered a deeper dive into the latest industry developments.