The laser initiated 'Hybrid Fussion-Fission Reator' idea gets a little traction.
In a nutshell, this technology uses a high performance laser system to burn low grade fuel, to heat water, make steam, turn turbines, make electricity. it 'fails safe, is exportable technology, and generates little waste compared to conventional fission plants. There is still not much out there on the web... yet, but stay tuned.
cool blog with an awesom video by KQED:
The Energy Blog: Largest Laser Beam in the World to Create Fusion
a little background on fussion and fission:
Fusion Is The Future Choice for Nuclear Power Generation | E@zyVG's Vichar::World Connected