The German startup Proxima Fusion has achieved a significant breakthrough in the field of nuclear fusion energy by introducing an innovative fusion power plant project called Stellaris. This concept is the first peer-reviewed model demonstrating the possibility of a reliable and stable operation of a fusion reactor without the instabilities characteristic of tokamaks.
Unlike traditional nuclear reactors, which rely on fission of atomic nuclei and produce radioactive waste, nuclear fusion offers the potential to generate vast amounts of energy without carbon emissions and with minimal radiation levels. The stellarator technology, on which the Stellaris project is based, utilizes external magnets to confine plasma, ensuring a more stable and continuous operation compared to tokamaks.
The CEO of Proxima Fusion, Dr. Francesco Shortino, noted that the team initially planned to develop the project within two years. However, thanks to efficient teamwork and strong support from partners, they managed to complete it in just one year. The company actively shares its achievements, publishing its results in scientific journals such as Fusion Engineering and Design, contributing to the advancement of open science and collaboration in nuclear fusion research.
Since its foundation two years ago, Proxima Fusion has attracted substantial investments, including:€35 million from the European Union and the German government, €30 million in venture capital.
The company has set an ambitious goal—to construct a fully operational fusion reactor by 2031, which could become a key milestone in the commercialization of nuclear fusion energy and a crucial step toward solving global energy challenges.
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