A UK firm has made a significant breakthrough in commercializing tritium, a key isotope used in nuclear fusion. This development could accelerate advancements in clean energy technologies and provide a potential solution for sustainable power generation. The firm's innovative approach aims to streamline the production and supply of tritium for various applications.
Helion has received a Conditional Use Permit from Chelan County to advance the construction of the world's first commercial fusion power plant, Orion, located in Malaga, WA. This approval follows extensive community engagement and regulatory processes, allowing Helion to move forward with plans to deliver electricity to Microsoft by the end of 2028. The company is focused on generating zero-carbon electricity through fusion energy.