We are edging ever-closer to a fusion-powered reality. And at the same time, yes, significant scientific and engineering challenges exist. . . . Careful thought and thoughtful policy is going to be critical to navigate this.

U.S. Special Presidential Envoy for Climate speaking at the COP28 climate summit, announcing that the US would seek to cooperate with other nations in five areas related to fusion power development: research, future marketplace development, regulatory frameworks, maintaining a workforce pipeline, and improving public education / engagement. Kerry's announcement echoed the themes in a White House press release issued three days earlier. The quote comes from an Associated Press article entitled "At COP28, John Kerry unveils nuclear fusion strategy as a source of clean energy;" the article was written by Jennifer McDermott. (Dec. 5, 2023)