Starting to build the world's first fusion power plant in Malaga, WA

Today we’re sharing that we’ve begun initial earthwork and construction on the site of Orion, the world’s first fusion power plant, in Malaga, WA. After more than a decade designing and building record-breaking fusion machines, this is a significant moment for us as we prepare to bring fusion power to the world!

 

My co-founders and I originally started Helion with one goal: To deliver safe, reliable, and affordable fusion power at a global scale. Orion serves as an important milestone on that path, enabling us to deliver at least 50 MW of carbon-free electricity to fusion’s first customer, Microsoft.  

 

What excites me most is that, for the first time in history, a fusion power plant has successfully completed a rigorous environmental review with positive determination and strong public support. That’s only possible because of the hundreds of community members who helped every step of the way to shape the path it took to get here.  

 

To all who helped us along the way – from forums at schools and fire stations to meetings with Tribal Councils and tours to see fusion hardware up close – thank you for being part of this work. I’m excited to continue earning your trust as we move forward with building and operating Orion. 

 

Fusion is no longer a dream, it’s happening now. And we’re just getting started! 

 

– David