UK Fusion Energy
Updated: September 12, 2026
James Cowan, Director
Country: UK | Add Funding
Founded: 2023
Website: https://stepfusion.com
UK Fusion Energy is leading the delivery of the STEP Fusion (Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production) - UK’s government-funded industry partnership program designed to scale a consistent fusion energy supply. It develops the prototype fusion energy plant at West Burton. The program coordinates plant design, engineering, technology development, site preparation, and industrial partnerships. Its objectives include demonstrating net energy production, fuel self-sufficiency, and a route toward commercial fusion power plants.
Founded: 2023
Website: https://stepfusion.com
UK Fusion Energy is leading the delivery of the STEP Fusion (Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production) - UK’s government-funded industry partnership program designed to scale a consistent fusion energy supply. It develops the prototype fusion energy plant at West Burton. The program coordinates plant design, engineering, technology development, site preparation, and industrial partnerships. Its objectives include demonstrating net energy production, fuel self-sufficiency, and a route toward commercial fusion power plants.
