Google Backs Fusion Energy with Commonwealth Deal

Google will buy 200MW of fusion power from CFS by 2030, boosting clean energy for data centers.
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Google Backs Fusion Energy with Commonwealth Deal
Google fusion power deal could reshape the future of clean energy Google has officially entered the fusion energy race by signing a groundbreaking agreement with Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS) to purchase 200 megawatts of electricity from its upcoming Arc power plant. The Google fusion power deal marks a major step toward sustainable energy, especially as tech giants race to power their expanding data centers with clean sources. Set to go online in the early 2030s, this partnership reflects growing confidence in fusion energy as a realistic, scalable solution to rising electricity demands. Image Credits:Cassandra Klos/Bloomberg / Getty Images Commonwealth Fusion Systems gains a funding boost from Google As part of the deal, Google is also investing in CFS through a new funding round, underscoring its commitment to advancing fusion technology. While the exact amount remains undisclosed, CFS CEO Bob Mumgaard hinted it would be comparable to the company’s 2021 Series B round, which rais…