Funding the U.S. Bold Decadal Vision for Fusion Energy
To lead on fusion energy, the US needs to make strategic, investments. The FIA recommends a one-time supplemental appropriation of $3 billion.
To lead on fusion energy, the US needs to make strategic, investments. The FIA recommends a one-time supplemental appropriation of $3 billion.
The global race to commercial fusion power is on. On June 24, the Fusion Industry Association launched our Commercializing Fusion Energy paper, laying out the policy incentives that will attract and accelerate the fusion industry in nations that aim to lead in commercial deployment. This paper is intended to be used as a tool by policymakers when considering the most effective policy positions to implement.
The U.S. Department of Energy has launched an innovative initiative Fusion Innovation Research Engine (FIRE) Collaboratives to establish collaborative networks that bridge the gap between fusion research and industry.
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) released a Request for Information (RFI) on a proposed Fusion Energy Public-Private Consortium Framework (PPCF). The PPCF aims to build on other initiatives within the U.S. Fusion Strategy, including the Milestone Program and FIRE Collaboratives, to catalyze partnerships to accelerate fusion commercialization.
The FIA is delighted to officially release its EU Manifesto “Bringing Fusion To The Grid” aimed to educate European policymakers on the benefits of fusion energy and enabling conditions to accelerate its commercialization in Europe.
The U.S. Department of Energy has reached grant agreements with all eight awardee fusion companies in the Milestone-Based Fusion Development Program. The public-private partnership program supports companies’ efforts to develop pilot plants that will demonstrate fusion’s commercial viability.
The United States launched its Fusion Energy Strategy 2024 at a White House Summit on June 6, marking two years since the launch of the Bold Decadal Vision for Commercial Fusion Energy.
On June 6, the Fusion Industry Association (FIA) joined the White House and U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) for the White House Summit: Marking Two Years of the Bold Decadal Vision for Commercial Fusion to provide updates on the path to commercialization and discuss remaining challenges and strategies for greater collaboration between public and private sectors.
As a leader in fusion energy research and development since 2014, ARPA-E has had a significant impact on fusion energy development in the United States.
On April 11, President of the European Commission Ursula von der Leyen and Bavarian Minister-President Markus Söder made a visit to the Max Planck Institute for Plasma Physics in Garching, Germany. The two commended the work done at the Institute and emphasized the need for a European fusion alliance, public-private partnership programs, and a clear…