Europe’s Fusion Energy Future Takes Shape with 900 Potential Plant Sites
Gauss Fusion has completed a major study to identify potential sites for future fusion power plants across Europe. The research, carried out with the Technical University of Munich (TUM), pinpointed 900 suitable locations within 150 industrial clusters. The findings will now be reviewed by governments, industry leaders, and regulators.
The study focused on nine European countries: Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Switzerland, Denmark, the Netherlands, Austria, and the Czech Republic. Each site was evaluated on technical, environmental, and infrastructure factors, including grid connections and the reuse of existing energy facilities.
Gauss Fusion plans to use these results to integrate fusion plants into Europe’s industrial network. The company aims to finalise site selection by the end of 2027. Discussions with stakeholders will help shape the next steps in the process.
The mapping study provides a detailed list of potential locations for fusion energy development. By 2027, Gauss Fusion expects to confirm the chosen sites, paving the way for future power plant construction. The findings will support Europe’s push to expand its energy infrastructure with fusion technology.
