Future directions in US fusion safety and environmental activities

Over the last 30 years, the US fusion program has been a program with a focused energy mission. In recent years, the mission has changed to one that is centered on advancing plasma science, fusion science and fusion technology — the knowledge base needed for an economically and environmentally attractive fusion energy source. In this paper, we discuss the future directions of US fusion safety and environmental R&D and design support activities that are being taken in response to this change in overall mission.