Benj Conway
Benj Conway is President and Co-Founder at Zap Energy, a startup he founded and where he continues to lead. His expertise includes entrepreneurship, investment, and diplomacy.
Helion Energy to Provide Fusion Power to Microsoft Data Center by 2028 Amid $1.5B Funding; Zap Energy Raises $330M with DOE Support
Helion Energy, with $1.5 billion raised, will supply fusion-generated electricity to Microsoft's Central Washington data center by 2028, while rival Zap Energy, backed by $330 million and the U.S. Department of Energy, is also exploring nuclear fission. These moves reflect the urgent demand for power in AI data centers exceeding current grid capacity and the strategic hedging against fusion timeline risks.
Zap Energy Adds Nuclear Fission to Fusion Effort, Names Zabrina Johal CEO to Lead Dual-Track Power Strategy
Zap Energy is expanding its nuclear power efforts by adding traditional fission to its fusion technology, appointing Zabrina Johal as CEO to lead the combined approach. The company aims to integrate both nuclear methods to accelerate development and reduce risks amid growing demand for carbon-free energy.
Zap Energy Secures $130M Funding and Advances Century Fusion Power Plant Demo System
Zap Energy raised $130 million in funding and is progressing on its Century system, a demonstration of key technologies for fusion power plants aimed at producing 50 megawatts per module. The Century device integrates power-generation components while the core fusion reactor FuZE-Q continues development.
Organizations
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Zap Energy Executive Officer, Director 2019–present, President and Co-Founder 2017–present · current
