Who is leading the global fusion energy race?

Fusion energy is moving from science fiction to commercial reality, driven by focused government strategies, increasing private investment, and a range of technological breakthroughs.

To identify the leaders in the race to harness this limitless source of clean power, Pamela Largue speaks with Andrew Holland, Chief Executive Officer of the Fusion Industry Association. Holland highlights the technologies showing the greatest promise, and explores the developments making fusion commercially viable. He also outlines what must happen next to ensure scalable supply chains, fit-for-purpose regulation, and public acceptance.

And as the world grapples with an energy security crisis, Holland emphasises fusion’s potential role in reducing countries’ energy dependence on one another, a key step toward separating energy from geopolitics.

In this episode of the Energy Transitions podcast, you will learn more about: 

• Which countries and technologies are leading the race to fusion energy;
• The reason behind renewed interest in fusion now;
• Which fusion technologies the industry should be watching most closely;
• How supply chains can be developed alongside fusion technology;
• Why fusion needs to be regulated differently from nuclear fission;
• The role of public perception and community acceptance as potential barriers;
• The role of fusion in supporting energy sovereignty and decarbonisation goals;
• Whether geopolitical energy crises could accelerate the path to fusion.

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