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 be 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.
“Biggest piece of energy legislation in the UK’s history” will support UK’s fusion development
On October 26, 2023, the UK’s Energy Act 2023 gained Royal Assent and was enacted to strengthen the UK’s long-term…
UK, Japan, and Canada Publish Fusion Regulatory Framework Recommendations
Through the Agile Nations network, the United Kingdom, Japan, and Canada published initial suggestions for a multi-national fusion regulatory framework…
NRC Public Meetings On Proposed Rule Regulatory Framework for Fusion Systems
On October 11, 2023, the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) held the first of a series of three public meetings…
NRC Fusion Rulemaking: FIA Proposes Definitions
The NRC has issued a “Notification of Proposed Rulemaking” on Fusion Energy. Read what the FIA has proposed on how…
FIA Participates in NRC Public Meeting on Developing a Regulatory Framework for Fusion Energy
On July 12, 2023, the U.S. Nuclear Regulatory Commission (NRC) held a public meeting to update progress on developing a…
Fusion Industry Association Sends Letter on Fusion Regulations to European Commission Commissioner Simson
On June 9, the Fusion Industry Association (FIA) sent a letter on the importance of risk-informed fusion regulations to European…
FIA Issues Support for NRC Commissioner Baran
On May 25, 2023, the Fusion Industry Association (FIA) sent a letter to Senator Carper, Chairman of the Senate Committee…
NRC Decision Separates Fusion Energy Regulation from Nuclear Fission
The five US NRC Commissioners announced in a vote that fusion energy would be regulated under the same regime as…
NRC Considers Regulatory Approaches for Fusion Energy
In a meeting at the Nuclear Regulatory Commissions (NRC) on Tuesday, November 8, the Department of Energy, representatives of Agreement…