China is rapidly advancing its fusion energy capabilities through massive state investments and aggressive technological development and without decisive action the US risks falling behind in an industry poised to reshape the global energy landscape far sooner than many anticipated, a report says.
The report, Fusion Forward: Powering America’s Future, by the bipartisan Commission on the Scaling of Fusion Energy, says US leadership in fusion is not just a matter of scientific progress – it is a geopolitical necessity to maintain technological supremacy and ensure national security.
The “stakes have Increased” and the nation that leads in fusion will secure significant economic advantages, ensure its energy independence, and maintain its technological edge in critical areas, including AI and national security.