Regulatory Certainty
The FIA works to make sure that the laws regulating fusion energy are clear, fair, and supportive of innovation, while assuring the safety and security of the public.
Due to their fundamental differences, fusion energy must not be regulated like nuclear fission, and should not require the same lengthy permitting processes for each facility.
Read the latest from the FIA on the regulation of fusion energy below.
FIA Sends Letter to NRC in Support of Materials Rulemaking
On August 7, the Fusion Industry Association (FIA) sent a letter to the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC), supporting the…
FIA and Clean Air Task Force Publish Principles on Codes and Standards
In partnership with the Clean Air Task Force, the Fusion Industry Association published a one-pager outlining its principles for fusion…
International Legal Expert Group Publish Paper on the Need for the EU to Secure Its Competitive Fusion Advantage
A discussion paper from the International Group of Legal Experts on Fusion Energy (FELEX) argues that Europe holds a competitive…
FIA Submits Response to NRC’s Proposed Rulemaking and Draft Guidance for US Fusion Regulations
On May 21, FIA submitted its response to the NRC’s request for comments regarding the proposed rulemaking and draft fusion…
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Submits Fusion Regulations Rulemaking Report to Congress
On March 23, the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Committee (NRC) submitted their letter and report “All Planned NRC Rulemaking Activities Related…
U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission Publishes Proposed Rule and Guidance for Fusion Regulatory Framework
On February 26, the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) published its proposed rule and draft guidance on the Regulatory Framework…
The Path to Fusion Energy Regulations in the United States
The U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission and the Fusion Industry Association have worked together to guarantee fusion is regulated appropriately, ensuring…
FELEX Publishes Discussion Paper on Regulatory Frameworks for Fusion Power Plants
The International Group of Legal Experts on Fusion Energy (FELEX) published a discussion paper on “Regulatory Frameworks for Fusion Technologies.”…
FIA Members to Testify at Congressional Hearing on Fusion
On September 18 at 10 am, Commonwealth Fusion Systems’ CEO Bob Mumgaard and Pacific Fusion CEO Will Regan will testify…