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Milestone-Based Fusion Development Program

Funds fusion companies through staged milestones toward commercial pilot development.

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The Milestone-Based Fusion Development Program is DOE Fusion Energy Sciences' direct route for private fusion developers building toward commercial pilot plants. It uses staged Technology Investment Agreements and was launched in 2022, with the first formal agreements finalized in 2024.

The program supports U.S.-led for-profit teams, while national laboratories and universities can join as partne…

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Each grant below is a distinct funding opportunity with its own eligibility, scope, and deliverables.

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