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Fusion energy is no longer just lab science—it’s hitting the grid with real-world partnerships. Startups like Realta Fusion and Commonwealth Fusion Systems are teaming up with utilities such as Madison Gas & Electric and Dominion Energy to build massive, clean power plants—some powering entire cities by the 2030s. Tech giants like Google and Microsoft are also locking in future fusion energy deals, betting on a game-changing tech that could reshape global power. With AI’s soaring energy demands and recent breakthroughs, utilities are cautiously investing in fusion, seeing it as a long-term hedge for a cleaner, more secure energy future. For startups, these alliances provide critical resources and de-risk their billion-dollar bets. It’s a high-stakes, decade-long play—but one that could redefine how we power the world.

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