FIA Submits Response to NRC’s Proposed Rulemaking and Draft Guidance for US Fusion Regulations

The Fusion Industry Association (FIA) appreciates the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission’s (NRC) dedicated work over the years to develop an appropriate regulatory framework for fusion energy, separate from nuclear fission.

On May 21, FIA submitted its response to the NRC’s request for comments regarding the proposed rulemaking and draft fusion guidance released in February. FIA thanks the Commissioners and Staff for their collaborative engagement throughout the process and looks forward to the forthcoming publication of the final rule. Risk-informed regulations, tailored to the nature of fusion technology and therefore separate from fission, are critical for enabling its safe and timely deployment.

For more information on the regulatory process in the United States, visit our timeline of key decisions and actions over the past 6 years.