On the road to fusion energy, something’s missing: Israel

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While Israel has not yet produced a fusion energy startup, there are several reasons why it would be beneficial for the country to get involved in this sector.

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Firstly, Israel's engineering-focused high-tech labor force is well-equipped for engineer-led development, which is a significant aspect of fusion energy research. With startups leading the way in this field, the innovative mindset and problem-solving approaches of Israeli engineers could contribute to finding alternative and applicable solutions.

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Secondly, Israel has a history of overcoming near-impossible technological challenges, often through precision and advanced computation. The country's military-influenced high-tech sector has the right mindset, background, and motivation to engage in ambitious technological campaigns, similar to its successful SpaceIL mission.

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Lastly, Israel stands to gain geopolitically from the development of fusion energy. As a nation surrounded by hostile neighbors who are largely funded by oil, reducing global dependency on oil would enhance Israel's security and reduce vulnerabilities associated with oil supply and geopolitics.

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Considering these factors, Israel has strong potential to make significant contributions to the field of fusion energy and benefit from the advancements in this clean and sustainable energy source.

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