Nuclear Fusion Energy Advances: Igniting the Future of Clean Power
Introduction
Nuclear fusion, the process that powers the sun, has long been hailed as the "holy grail" of clean energy. Unlike nuclear fission, fusion promises virtually limitless energy without long-lived radioactive waste or greenhouse gas emissions. Recent breakthroughs have brought us closer than ever to realizing this potential. This article explores the latest advancements in nuclear fusion energy, highlighting significant milestones and the path forward.ABC7 New York+1Graphic News+1
Achieving Net Energy Gain: A Historic Milestone
In December 2022, scientists at the U.S. Department of Energy's National Ignition Facility (NIF) achieved a groundbreaking milestone by producing more energy from a fusion reaction than was used to initiate it—a phenomenon known as "ignition." This ach...