Major Clean Energy Project Reinforces New Mexico’s Leadership in Advanced Energy, Innovation and Site Selection
ALBUQUERQUE, N.M. (April 20, 2026) — Pacific Fusion has selected New Mexico as the location for its planned $1 billion fusion energy campus, a landmark investment that strengthens the state’s position as a national hub for next-generation energy technology, research and advanced manufacturing.
The project represents a significant win for New Mexico’s economic development strategy and highlights growing momentum for fusion energy commercialization in the United States.
Site Selection Process Focused on Talent, Speed and Innovation Ecosystem
According to company officials, Pacific Fusion’s decision followed an extensive site selection process centered on four key priorities:
- Proximity to leading national laboratories
- Access to a highly skilled technical workforce
- Capital efficiency and speed to deployment
- Strong and responsive state and local leadership
New Mexico stood out due to its unique concentration of scientific assets, including Sandia National Laboratories and Los Alamos National Laboratory, which provide world-class engineering, energy and national security expertise.
Pacific Fusion leadership noted that approximately 40% of the project’s anticipated workforce is expected to come from national laboratory talent pipelines.
Leadership and Partnership Helped Secure the Project
Company executives said New Mexico’s collaborative approach to business recruitment played a decisive role in the final selection.
Carrie von Muench, Chief Operating Officer of Pacific Fusion, said state leadership demonstrated the responsiveness and problem-solving ability needed to support a first-of-its-kind industrial project while helping lay the groundwork for a broader fusion energy ecosystem.
New Mexico Builds Momentum in Clean Energy and Advanced Manufacturing
The Pacific Fusion project underscores New Mexico’s continued investment in energy innovation, research commercialization and workforce development.
With its combination of laboratory infrastructure, engineering talent, available land, and pro-growth leadership, New Mexico is increasingly positioned to attract emerging industries ranging from aerospace and semiconductors to advanced energy systems.
The $1 billion campus is expected to further elevate the state’s profile among corporate site selectors and investors seeking locations capable of supporting complex, capital-intensive projects.
About Pacific Fusion
Pacific Fusion is focused on developing next-generation fusion energy technologies designed to deliver reliable, scalable and carbon-free power.
About New Mexico Partnership
New Mexico Partnership is a public-private nonprofit organization dedicated to attracting new business investment and supporting the expansion of existing companies across New Mexico.
About New Mexico Economic Development Department
New Mexico Economic Development Department works to create economic opportunity, expand business growth and strengthen communities throughout the state.
