State officials in Connecticut are planning another step toward possible nuclear energy expansion, with a public workshop set for May 13 in Hartford. The session, led by the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection, will focus on emerging fusion technology and its potential to provide carbon-free power. Experts say fusion could offer reliable, around-the-clock energy, though major technical and economic hurdles remain. Officials say the workshops are designed to gather public input as the state considers future nuclear development options.