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China advances fusion power goals amid global funding surge

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China is making significant strides toward achieving fusion power generation, with scientist Wang Teng outlining progress on projects like EAST CRAFT and BEST. The global fusion industry has seen a substantial increase in funding, reaching $14.24 billion, which is seven times the amount reported in 2021. This surge in capital indicates a strong international interest in developing fusion energy as a sustainable power source. AI

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  1. Pandaily TIER_1 English(EN) · [email protected] (Pandaily) ·

    Hundreds of Billions in Capital Chase the Artificial Sun: Post-90s Scientist Wang Teng Says China Aims to Light the First Lamp of Fusion Power Generation

    Global fusion industry cumulative funding reaches $14.24B, 7x 2021 levels, as Chinese scientist Wang Teng outlines EAST CRAFT and BEST progress toward igniting Chinas first fusion power plant.

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