Wellington start-up OpenStar Technologies makes progress in nuclear fusion experiment

OpenStar Technologies, a start-up in Wellington, is working on nuclear fusion and has made progress by achieving plasma in its 5-meter-wide vacuum chamber. This milestone is a significant step toward commercializing fusion energy. The company is one of 45 globally pursuing nuclear fusion, which aims to provide abundant energy. OpenStar's founder described this achievement as a groundbreaking moment, likening it to the discovery of fire. The successful creation of plasma could lead to new business opportunities and societal benefits, such as reduced energy costs for families.