A Participatory Design Builds Social Acceptance for Fusion Energy

Jan. 30, 2026
Read time: 5-15 mins
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How do large-scale energy projects earn public trust before they are built? University of Michigan engineers are exploring a new approach to fusion energy by bringing community members into the design conversation from the start. A recent workshop paired local participants with U-M students to reimagine what a fusion energy facility could look like, offering insight into how early engagement might shape the future of emerging energy technologies.

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