Fusion Energy

Nuclear waste to be a source of fuel for future reactors

Researchers are developing systems to extract tritium, a crucial fuel for future nuclear fusion reactors, from existing nuclear waste, potentially solving two critical energy challenges simultaneously.

New AI breakthrough could speed up fusion energy development

A new artificial intelligence tool is helping researchers tackle some challenges within fusion energy by protecting the inside of fusion reactors from the intense heat of plasma.

UKAEA renews Embedded Engineering Resource Framework to improve fusion energy

The UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) has renewed its Embedded Engineering Resource Framework for another four years, helping to secure the UK’s position as a global leader in fusion energy development.

UKAEA advances fusion energy manufacturing with 3D printing technologies

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) has taken the next step towards the future of fusion energy by commissioning two advanced additive manufacturing machines.

UKAEA has launched a global fusion research fellowship with NTU Singapore as the first partner

The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) has launched a new International Fellowships Scheme, which is expected to enhance global talent in fusion energy research.

The government invests to strengthen the UK fusion energy industry

In hopes of strengthening the UK's position as a global leader in clean energy, the government has announced a £20 million investment into the 'Starmaker One' fusion energy fund.

Fusion energy: The photon revolution in clean power generation

A new report from Photonics21, led by French market intelligence firm Tematys, looks at the importance of photonics in realising fusion energy. Could this be a promising solution for clean power?

UKAEA implementing the UK’s fusion energy strategy

Find out in this interview how the United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) implements the UK’s fusion energy strategy.

The emerging global innovation programme for fusion energy

Laban Coblentz, Head of Communication at ITER Organization, charts the emerging global innovation programme for fusion energy.

UK and US form groundbreaking partnership over fusion energy

Minister for Nuclear and Networks, Andrew Bowie, seals significant collaboration with the US to expedite worldwide progress in fusion energy.

Fusion power innovation project receives £12 million funding

A new partnership in Imperial College London is scaling safer, cleaner, and more abundant energy from fusion power.

Fusion solutions: The UK takes STEP towards low-carbon energy

The UK might see a steady flow of low-carbon energy without the need for fossil fuels following Science Minister George Freeman's announcement of the UK Industrial Fusion Solutions Ltd.

Raising the ambition for UK renewable energy

Open Access Government keeps up to date on the UK’s transition to 100% green energy, and investigates alternative energy sources that will contribute to meeting this target.

Mega Amp Spherical Tokamak (MAST) Upgrade achieves ‘first plasma’

The Mega Amp Spherical Tokamak (MAST) Upgrade has reached a major milestone in fusion energy and achieved 'first plasma'.

A history of fusion research and development Part 5

This article is the last one in a 5 part series on the history of fusion research and development by Matteo Barbarino, a Nuclear Plasma Fusion Specialist from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).

UK energy policy: The latest developments

Here, we focus on the latest developments in UK energy policy, by looking at initiatives that ensure a secure, reliable, affordable and clean energy supplies for the country.

A history of fusion research and development Part 4

Matteo Barbarino, a Nuclear Plasma Fusion Specialist from the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) highlights key papers from the IAEA Fusion Energy Conference (FEC) 2018.

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