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Realta Fusion partners with Madison Gas and Electric for a 200-megawatt grid-connected fusion plant in Wisconsin
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Realta Fusion announced a deal with Madison Gas and Electric to build a 200-megawatt grid-connected fusion power plant in Wisconsin, joining a handful of fusion startups securing utility partnerships.
Utilities are seeking fusion startups to secure future baseload power as AI data center demand strains the grid. These partnerships provide startups with critical engineering support, permitting assistance, and interconnection sites while giving utilities early access to potential 24/7 clean energy.
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Realta Fusion and Madison Gas and Electric plan a 200-megawatt fusion power plant in Wisconsin for the mid-2030s.
Utilities are pursuing fusion startups to address grid strain from AI data centers and the need for consistent, fossil fuel-free baseload power.
A handful of other startups, including Commonwealth Fusion Systems and Helion, have also secured utility partnerships for grid-connected plants.
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