Fusion Impacts Collaborative is a cross-disciplinary fusion energy initiative
Our mission
Building on UW-Madison’s long history of research in fusion energy and plasma science, we have convened a group of engineers, researchers, and educators across campus to understand the broader impacts of fusion energy and support an emerging fusion energy ecosystem in Wisconsin.
Research Thrusts
Public Engagement & Risk Communication
We are engaging a broad range of groups in Wisconsin to understand the different aspects of commercialization. A key component in this effort is to build trust and transparency as we design, build, and deploy future fusion energy machines.
Fusion Impacts
While the fuel for fusion is isotopes of hydrogen, the fuel cycle and fusion facilities will have a broad range of impacts – from providing energy to a variety of sectors, as well as impacts from resource extraction to decommissioning. We are investigating the direct and indirect impacts of these systems, as well as their scalability.
Risk and Safety Assessment
The fusion industry is rapidly emerging and pursuing a variety of different new fusion technology design concepts. We are working to update prior safety studies and to develop a risk-informed licensing framework.
