Focused Energy
Darmstadt, DE · 3 known investors
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Focused Energy develops laser-driven fusion technology to commercialize fusion power generation at scale. The company applies proven physics and engineering to build fusion power plants for clean energy production.
Founders & leadership
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Thomas FornerinCo-Founder & CEOThomas Forner has spent over 20 years in technology startups before co-founding Focused Energy, which develops laser-driven fusion technology based on breakthroughs in inertial confinement fusion, with plans to build a commercial fusion power plant.
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Markus RothinCo-Founder & CSOMarkus Roth is a physicist with over 30 years of experience in laser-plasma physics, fusion, and particle acceleration, including prior roles as a researcher and professor at TU Darmstadt. He co-founded Focused Energy, where he serves as Chief Science Officer, and is developing laser-driven fusion technology and related applications including fuel capsule engineering and laser-based neutron sources.
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Debbie CalahanChief Strategy Officer
Investors · 3
Funding
SEC filings, press & company announcements$240M disclosed across 1 of 4 rounds · 2026
Source: company announcements and press reports — follow each round's link for the claim.
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Frequently asked questions
- What does Focused Energy do?
- Focused Energy develops laser-driven fusion technology to commercialize fusion power generation at scale. The company applies proven physics and engineering to build fusion power plants for clean energy production.
- Who founded Focused Energy?
- Focused Energy was founded by Thomas Forner, Markus Roth.
- Who are Focused Energy's investors?
- Focused Energy's investors include Draper Associates, Prime Movers Lab, European Innovation Council Fund.
- How much funding has Focused Energy raised?
- Focused Energy has disclosed $240M raised across 1 of its 4 known rounds.
- Where is Focused Energy headquartered?
- Focused Energy is headquartered in Darmstadt, DE.