09/14/2026
Fusion energy took center stage at The Chamber of Southern Arizona latest Industry Impact series. Industry and academic leaders discussed how The University of Arizona is advancing fusion energy research and building the foundation for future commercialization and workforce development, helping position the region as a hub for the next generation of clean energy innovation.
Thanks to all the panelists for sharing their insights:
- Tomás Díaz de la Rubia, Senior Vice President for Research and Partnerships, University of Arizona
- Jesus "Rene" Lopez Jr., Arizona Corporation Commission
- Dr. Robert O. Hunter, President & CEO, Innoven Energy
- Dr. Horst Hahn Special Advisor to the Senior Vice President for Research & Partnerships, University of Arizona
- Dr. Lukas Gruber, Business Development, Energy, Industrial and Scientific Markerts, Leonardo Electronics US Inc.
- Dallas Dukes, Senior Vice President of Customer and Strategic Affairs, Tucson Electric Power