Fusion must be a national priority for the future of US energy security
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At a time when Washington is focused on budget cuts and government downsizing, one investment remains non-negotiable for America’s future: fusion energy. No technology is more economically transformative or strategically vital to securing U.S. leadership in the global energy race.
Fusion, the process that powers the stars, is a limitless, clean, safe and sustainable energy source. Mastering it on Earth would create a shift from energy scarcity to energy abundance, unlocking breakthroughs in transportation, manufacturing and clean water access while enabling reliable electricity worldwide and innovative environmental solutions once deemed unfeasible.
Originally published: April 21, 2025
Author: Suresh V. Garimella
Position: President
Institution: University of Arizona
Published by: The Hill