Overview

The global momentum behind fusion energy is accelerating, marking a pivotal shift from aspiration to achievable reality. As governments and industries intensify investment in fusion research and its commercialisation, the promise of substantial economic and environmental benefits grows ever clearer.

Chemical engineering stands at the heart of this transformation. From developing advanced materials and managing fuel cycles to optimising thermal systems and designing next-generation plants, chemical engineers bring the essential tools and systems thinking needed to make fusion energy commercially viable. IChemE recognises that these challenges demand interdisciplinary collaboration, drawing on expertise from across its special interest groups.

An upcoming presentation will offer a comprehensive overview of fusion energy, highlighting key engineering hurdles and sharing insights from professionals actively shaping the field. Attendees will gain a deeper understanding of the technical landscape and the critical role chemical engineers play in advancing one of the most promising energy solutions of our time.

Speaker

Chris Clements, Chief Engineer, Atkins Realis

Chris provides a personal view of applications and challenges to develop fusion systems and tokamaks.

The material presented has not been peer-reviewed. Any opinions are the presenter’s own and do not necessarily represent those of IChemE or the Nuclear Technology Special Interest Group. The information is given in good faith but without any liability on the part of IChemE.

Time

18:00–19:30 GMT.

Software

The presentation will be delivered via Microsoft Teams. We recommend downloading the app from the Microsoft website, rather than using the web portal.