Looks like nuclear fusion is picking up steam 

The article discusses the growing momentum in the field of nuclear fusion, which is often referred to as the "Holy Grail of clean energy." Nuclear fusion aims to replicate the Sun's energy production process, potentially unlocking a clean and abundant energy source. The key points are: 1. The number of companies developing fusion technologies has been increasing, particularly in North America and Europe. 2. In 2022, researchers at the Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory achieved a net energy gain from a fusion reaction for the first time, a significant breakthrough. 3. Prominent tech companies like Microsoft and Google have made deals with fusion energy companies, indicating growing investor interest. 4. Experts estimate that it could still take decades for fusion energy to become commercially viable, as significant scientific and engineering challenges remain. 5. The Fusion Industry Association reported a significant increase in both private and public funding for fusion companies, from $1.9 billion in 2021 to $8.9 billion in private funding and $795 million in public funding in 2025.