Fusion Energy Café

Join us for a screening of Star Makers 2, a behind the scenes documentary filmed at UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA) that captures the journey of a passionate team working to provide the world with safe, sustainable and low carbon energy in addition to realising a world fusion energy record. The screening will be followed by a Q&A. This event is suitable for ages 11+. When booking your tickets, please include all adults and children attending. Film showtimes at 4pm and 7pm on Wednesday 19th February at The Bridge Skills Hub, Worksop, S80 1DT. https://lnkd.in/gQ9rh58z #JET #STEP #STEM #TheBridgeSkillsHub #Fusion #Energy #CleanEnergy #UKAEA #EuroFusion #StarMakers2 #TheEnergyOfTomorrow

A STEP supply chain and networking event, has taken place at the cafe and The Bridge Skills Hub this afternoon. Local businesses, education providers and stakeholders came together to find out about Fusion, the supply chain opportunities, and the job opportunities for future generations. Thanks to Katy Jarvis-Morgan and Jordan d’Arras for your presentation and taking questions and answers from the audience. STEPtoFusion UK Atomic Energy Authority #FusionEnergyCafe #Fusion #UKAEA #Skills #SupplyChain

Bassetlaw District Council’s Deputy Leader has welcomed the latest significant milestone reached in the project to build the UK’s first prototype fusion powerplant at West Burton. A shortlist has been announced of five construction and engineering bids in the running to build STEP (Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production) by 2040, which once completed hopes to unlock limitless clean power. Cllr Jonathan Slater, Deputy Leader and Cabinet Member for Housing and Estates said: “This is an exciting new chapter in the development and transformation of the former coal power plant at West Burton into the home of a world leading fusion energy plant.” “Not only will it help create employment opportunities, it will also help bring massive investment to the area and significantly boost our local economy.” Read the full story here: https://lnkd.in/etJZ_5ke

Looking forward to welcoming everyone to the drop-in event happening today (Thursday 16 January 2025) at the Fusion Energy Cafe. With 20-minute talks at 4pm, 5pm and 6pm, let this exciting and interactive event help your child become engaged in STEM.

Help your child become engaged with STEM. Free drop-in open twilight event for educators, caregivers, young families at the Fusion Energy Café – all ages welcome! Encouraging curiosity with STEM in young children today will not only help develop interdisciplinary critical thinking now but will foster the analytical and logical skills that will be integral for your child’s future success. Activities brought on the day will be suitable for all ages from Early Years through to adults. During this drop-in event, there will be a twenty-minute talk on the hour at 4pm, 5pm and 6pm 📅 The date for your diary is 16 January 2025. Bassetlaw District Council The Bridge Skills Hub #STEM #Fusion #Bassetlaw #Worksop #FusionEnergyCafe #Families #Carers #Educators

The official opening of the Fusion Energy Café, yesterday, was a huge success. In addition to showcasing fusion energy, the Café will provide work placements for individuals with disabilities, those not currently in education, employment, or training (NEET), and individuals who have been long-term unemployed. To read more about the Fusion energy Cafe, go to https://lnkd.in/e4H-Kvsc

The world’s first fusion energy-themed café was officially inaugurated today, marking a milestone in public engagement with fusion energy science and technology. The Fusion Energy Café, located within The Bridge Skills Hub, Worksop, aims to raise awareness and increase knowledge of fusion energy in a welcoming setting. Featuring interactive displays, themed décor, nourishing refreshments, and guest talks, the space serves as a platform to inspire interest in fusion energy. It showcases fusion energy as a sustainable, low carbon energy solution while highlighting its potential as a transformative technology for the future. Fusion is set to become a key industry for the area with the planned construction of the STEPtoFusion (Spherical Tokamak for Energy Production) prototype fusion plant at the West Burton site. The opening ceremony was led by Climate Minister, Kerry mccarthy, who said: “The Fusion Energy Café is a fantastic way to inspire a whole generation to learn more about this groundbreaking technology and its potential to deliver safe, sustainable, and low-carbon energy, helping us in our fight against climate change. “This initiative, inspired by the development of the STEP prototype power plant at West Burton, will not only help to drive progress in clean energy but also bring valuable skills, jobs, and investment to the area.” Cllr Jonathan Slater, Deputy Leader at Bassetlaw District Council, said: “We are delighted to be working collaboratively with our partners on this groundbreaking venture to raise awareness and knowledge about the opportunities that fusion energy, science, and technology will bring to our communities." The Fusion Energy Café is funded by the UK Atomic Energy Authority (UKAEA), Bassetlaw District Council (BDC) and North Notts BID Business Improvement District (NNBID). In addition to showcasing fusion energy, the Café will provide work placements for individuals with disabilities, those not currently in education, employment, or training (NEET), and individuals who have been long-term unemployed. The Fusion Energy Café is proudly operated by local entrepreneur, Diana Kaponas. Nick Walkden, Head of Fusion Skills at UKAEA, said: “We are proud to be working with Bassetlaw District Council and North Notts Business Improvement District on this unique and exciting community-focused initiative in Worksop." Sally Gillborn MBE, Chief Executive at North Notts BID, said: “The opening of the Fusion Energy Café delivers on the commitment we outlined in our 2022-2027 business plan to create a community cafe that will provide hands-on hospitality skills development and working experience for people with learning difficulties. The Fusion Energy Café’s opening hours are: Monday – Friday, 08:30AM-17:00PM, Saturday, 09:00AM to 15:00PM. Full story➡ https://lnkd.in/eHBXPzqJ

We are delighted to be hosting the first Twilight event for the local community at the Fusion Energy Café, Worksop. Guest speakers Jenny Cane (Product Development Team Leader, UK Industrial Fusion Solutions) and Heather Lewtas (Head of Innovation, UK Atomic Energy Authority) will deliver insightful presentations on the current situation and challenges with advancing the development of fusion power. To book your place visit https://lnkd.in/eWcBQZmH STEPtoFusion l Bassetlaw District Council

🎉Celebrating our 100th Customer 🎉   We're so excited to mark a special milestone for the Fusion Energy Café – our 100th customer! To show our appreciation, we gave away a special £20 voucher prize to Freya Maddocks a student in the Bridge Skills Hub who was our 100th customer after 3 days of being open!

Help your child become engaged with STEM. Free drop-in open twilight event for educators, caregivers, young families at the Fusion Energy Café – all ages welcome! Encouraging curiosity with STEM in young children today will not only help develop interdisciplinary critical thinking now but will foster the analytical and logical skills that will be integral for your child’s future success. Activities brought on the day will be suitable for all ages from Early Years through to adults. During this drop-in event, there will be a twenty-minute talk on the hour at 4pm, 5pm and 6pm 📅 The date for your diary is 16 January 2025.