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MIT develops framework for assessing economics of fusion
MIT develops framework for assessing economics of fusion
A study by Massachusetts Institute of Technology researchers proposes a framework for understanding what is needed to make fusion energy commercially viable in the marketplace. The method considers the physical inputs needed to sustain controlled fusion energy production, as well as the cost of building power plants that can compete in energy markets.
 
Wednesday, 12 August 2026
Latest MAST Upgrade experiments achieve milestones
Latest MAST Upgrade experiments achieve milestones
The United Kingdom Atomic Energy Authority's flagship fusion machine, MAST Upgrade, has completed its fifth round of experiments, during which it achieved the highest plasma pressure it has ever attained while overcoming plasma instability issues considered essential prerequisites for commercial fusion power.
 
Fusion · Tuesday, 11 August 2026
ORNL, Type One partner to advance fusion fuel cycle
ORNL, Type One partner to advance fusion fuel cycle
The US Department of Energy's Oak Ridge National Laboratory has licensed a suite of cryogenic pellet fuelling technologies to fusion energy developer Type One Energy, advancing a critical capability for high-performance fusion plasma operations.
 
Fusion · Monday, 10 August 2026
Commonwealth Fusion Systems raises a further USD1 billion
Commonwealth Fusion Systems raises a further USD1 billion
US private fusion company Commonwealth Fusion Systems announced it raised USD1 billion of additional equity financing - the single largest funding round among fusion energy companies worldwide since CFS announced its USD1.8 billion Series B round in 2021.
 
Fusion · Monday, 3 August 2026
In pictures: ITER tokamak core assembly progressing
In pictures: ITER tokamak core assembly progressing
The sixth of nine tokamak sector modules has been installed in the ITER tokamak pit, almost six months ahead of schedule. The final sector is scheduled to be installed in about a year's time.
 
Fusion · Friday, 31 July 2026
Chinese helium turbine test facility completes hot testing
Chinese helium turbine test facility completes hot testing
China's first megawatt-class helium turbine test facility, constructed by China National Nuclear Corporation subsidiary CNNC Huaxing, has successfully completed its hot power generation test.
 
New Nuclear · Thursday, 30 July 2026
Germany coordinates fusion R&D efforts
Germany coordinates fusion R&D efforts
Germany's Federal Ministry for Research, Technology and Space has announced funding for three national fusion hubs that will consolidate research and development in the areas of laser fusion, magnetic fusion, and the cross-cutting theme of fuel cycles and materials development.
 
Fusion · Thursday, 30 July 2026
TRISO approval, HALEU pact advance US nuclear fuel
TRISO approval, HALEU pact advance US nuclear fuel
The US Nuclear Regulatory Commission has approved Framatome's request to allow its nuclear fuel facility in Richland, Washington, to manufacture TRISO fuel, while Lightbridge and QNI have signed a memorandum of understanding to establish a framework for collaboration on the long-term supply of HALEU fuel.
 
Uranium & Fuel · Monday, 27 July 2026
First port signs up to US initiative on maritime SMRs
First port signs up to US initiative on maritime SMRs
The Port of Long Beach in California has become the first port in the USA to sign a memorandum of cooperation with the Department of Transportation's Maritime Administration to advance work on development of small modular reactor technology to power commercial vessels, ports and other maritime assets.
 
New Nuclear · Monday, 27 July 2026
Korean-US partnership for floating SMR platform
Korean-US partnership for floating SMR platform
South Korean shipbuilding company Samsung Heavy Industries announced it has signed a memorandum of understanding with USA-based engineering firm Sargent & Lundy for the development of a standardised floating small modular reactor platform.
 
New Nuclear · Wednesday, 22 July 2026
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