EU and UK Collaborate on Nuclear Fusion Despite Brexit

In a surprising turn of events, the European Union (EU) and the United Kingdom (UK) have decided to continue collaborating on nuclear fusion research, even after the UK’s withdrawal from the Euratom treaty due to Brexit. The move comes as a significant boost for the Joint European Torus (JET) fusion experiment, based in the UK.

JET Breaks Energy Production Record

The JET fusion experiment achieved a remarkable milestone in February 2022 by smashing the 1997 record for energy production. The experiment produced more than double the energy previously recorded, signaling progress in the quest for clean and sustainable energy sources.

Iter Project and International Cooperation

Despite Brexit, the UK remains part of the Iter project, a global initiative aimed at developing practical fusion energy. The collaboration between the EU and the UK underscores the importance of international cooperation in advancing fusion research.

UK-US Strategic Partnership

In addition to EU collaboration, the UK and the United States have formed a strategic partnership to accelerate fusion energy development. This joint effort aims to harness the potential of fusion as a safe, abundant, and environmentally friendly energy source.

The Promise of Fusion Energy

Fusion energy holds immense promise for addressing the world’s energy needs. Unlike traditional nuclear fission, fusion produces minimal radioactive waste and relies on isotopes of hydrogen as fuel. If successful, fusion could revolutionize our energy landscape, providing a clean and virtually limitless power supply.

As researchers continue their work, the EU-UK collaboration serves as a beacon of hope, transcending political boundaries in pursuit of a brighter energy future.

: JET Fusion Experiment Breaks Energy Production Record : UK’s Participation in the Iter Project : UK-US Strategic Partnership for Fusion Energy