Inside the race to open the world’s first nuclear fusion power plant
Zero: The Climate Race
Bridging the Scale Gap in Fusion Innovation
The emergence of numerous fusion startups highlights a significant challenge in the climate technology sector known as the scale gap, which amounts to a $150 billion barrier preventing crucial projects from achieving commercial success. This gap stems from insufficient capital, lack of community acceptance, and limited proven demand. Addressing this issue is vital, as it not only supports the growth of fusion technologies but also has global environmental benefits; for example, every ton of CO2 reduced in the U.S. equates to a reduction of two to three tons globally. Collaborative efforts are essential to close the scale gap and facilitate the deployment of important climate innovations.
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