Fusion-energieopslag

What is the UK fusion energy strategy?

In 2021 the UK published its first fusion energy strategy. This set out a vision for UK fusion that focussed not just on the UK’s unique scientific and technical expertise, but on commercialising that technology by developing a thriving UK fusion sector and collaborating internationally. Over the last 2 years we have made significant progress.

What is the UK's fusion energy future?

The UK remains a world leader in fusion energy development, the future we set out in this document shows how we will build on that and drive fusion energy closer and faster. The world needs fusion energy - this is how we will work with our partners and industry to deliver it. In 2021 the UK published its first fusion energy strategy.

What is the fusion cluster?

The UK government has also supported the Fusion Cluster, a community of public organisations and businesses collaborating at the Culham Fusion Campus to share knowledge and drive fusion energy from theory to reality. Since forming last year, the Fusion Cluster already has 205 members.

What does step mean for fusion energy?

STEP will play an important role in demonstrating the commercial viability of fusion by integrating and operating industrial-scale fusion systems in a single, energy-producing facility which will galvanise the entire fusion sector in the UK. This ambitious and highrisk programme will do far more than just demonstrate fusion energy.

Who is involved in Fusion Energy Regulation?

The Agile Nations working group on fusion energy regulation comprises of the UK, Japan and Canada with Singapore and Bahrain as observers. ↩ The Fusion Safety Advisory Group is responsible for supplying DESNZ with technical expertise and advice regarding fusion regulation based on extensive experience of practical fusion safety.

What is the National Policy Statement for fusion energy?

Domestically, the government plans to introduce a National Policy Statement for Fusion Energy. This will set out the policy and strategic rationale for constructing fusion energy facilities and streamline the development process for STEP and private developers.