Fusion energy is entering its industrial era, where manufacturing capacity, investment, and policy clarity converge to accelerate commercialization. From HTS magnet production to tritium self-sufficiency, global developers are scaling engineering solutions. With digital tools and clear regulations, the race is on to bring fusion power from labs to the grid by the 2030s.

What comes after building the fusion power plant? It’s just the beginning. From achieving net energy gain to earning public trust, the road ahead remains long and complex. Here are the five biggest challenges fusion must overcome before it can truly power the world.