Fusion energy leaders to discuss grid integration at TechCrunch Disrupt 2026
At the upcoming TechCrunch Disrupt 2026, industry leaders Brandon Sorbom of Commonwealth Fusion Systems and David Kirtley of Helion will appear on the Smart Systems Stage. The pair will examine the progress of fusion technology and the requirements for delivering large-scale fusion power to the electrical grid.
The discussion, scheduled for the 2026 TechCrunch Disrupt conference, aims to explore the current state of fusion energy. According to TechCrunch, the session will cover recent technological breakthroughs that are advancing the field, alongside the persistent hurdles that the industry must overcome.
Sorbom and Kirtley intend to address the specific logistical and technical steps necessary to transition fusion from experimental stages to a functional component of the power grid. The presentation will focus on the complexities of achieving fusion power at a commercial scale.
