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[โ€“] bitwolf@sh.itjust.works 3 points 1 week ago (1 children)

I watched a docu about one fusion startup in the US. They're skipping the boiling water step and converting the energy directly to electricity.

I dont remember the mechanics of how though. But they reportedly are the closest to net positive.

Can we then use that electricity to power a boiler?