Lighting the Way: How ORNL is Making Fusion Energy a Reality

May 5, 2025 | 11am–1pm
Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL)
Troy Carter
Image Credit: ORNL

Host

Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL)

Location

Oak Ridge National Laboratory
Knoxville, TN
United States

Kick off Fusion Energy Week with a clear and engaging introduction to the science that could transform our energy future. Join Dr. Troy Carter, Division Director of the Fusion Energy Division at ORNL, for a public talk exploring the fundamentals of fusion energy and the growing role East Tennessee plays in this exciting global effort.

📅 Date: Monday, May 5, 2025
Time: 11:00 AM EST
📍 Location: Online (Zoom link here)
🎟️ Open to the public – all are welcome!

What You’ll Learn:

⚡ What is fusion energy, and how does it work?
🏗️ Why East Tennessee is becoming a hub for fusion innovation
🌍 How fusion fits into the clean energy transition and climate solutions

Whether you're new to fusion or just want a refresher, this talk is perfect for students, professionals, and curious minds alike. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from one of the field’s leading voices!

This lecture will be available online through Zoom here: https://ornl.zoomgov.com/j/1609585722?pwd=M3yIwaex8gZvRCWZbKAoQH4ADIOo06.1

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