“Some Common Sense Observations about the Deployment of Fusion Power: Why, When, How Fast?”
Speakers
Session Description
Fusion power has the potential to become an important part of the future energy system, but turning fusion into a large scale energy technology involves challenges that go well beyond demonstrating fusion reactions. This session will examine what the large scale deployment of fusion power could actually mean, including the implications of building thousands of fusion power plants and the maximum achievable rate at which a new technology can be introduced. Prof. Cardozo will explore what it really means for fusion to be “competitive,” and how deployment rates, innovation cycles, and plant construction times interact. The discussion will also consider how practical constraints such as lithium availability and tritium breeding can influence fusion plant design and development strategies today.
Key Takeaways
- Understand the scale and pace of fusion deployment
- Explore fusion competitiveness, innovation, and build time
- Examine how lithium and tritium constraints shape fusion plant design
Who Should Attend
This Masterclass will benefit students, researchers, and faculty from diverse fields including physics, materials science, electrical and mechanical engineering, and energy systems. It will also interest professionals from renewable energy, advanced materials, and technology sectors who wish to understand how fusion research could shape future energy solutions. Policymakers, R&D leaders, and industry stakeholders engaged in science and technology strategy will find valuable insights on aligning academic innovation, industrial development, and policy direction toward India’s and the world’s fusion mission.