Helion Energy
Building the world's first fusion power plant
Y CombinatorSummer 2014ActiveIndustrialsEnergyFusion EnergyHard TechClimateEnergy
What they do
Problem
The world needs abundant, reliable, zero-carbon electricity to replace fossil fuels and meet growing energy demand.
Solution
Helion is developing a commercial fusion power plant to generate electricity from controlled nuclear fusion.
Who it's for
Electric utilities, grid operators, and large energy buyers seeking long-term zero-carbon power.
Founders
David Kirtley
Founder/CEO
Chris Pihl
Founder/CTO
Company timeline
- Founded2013
- YC batchSummer 2014
- StatusActive
- Team size150 people
- LocationSeattle, WA, USA; Everett, WA, USA
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