EAST’s recent success is the result of extensive upgrades, including a doubling of the heating system’s power output, ensuring greater stability in high-confinement mode. Since its launch in 2006, EAST has served as a global research platform for fusion scientists, providing valuable insights into the development of next-generation tokamak reactors. China’s role in the International Thermonuclear Experimental Reactor (ITER) project further highlights its commitment to advancing nuclear fusion technology, contributing to the construction of the world’s largest tokamak reactor in France.
China is accelerating fusion energy development with the construction of next-generation fusion research facilities in Hefei, Anhui Province. These advancements are expected to play a critical role in both ITER and China’s upcoming Fusion Engineering Test Reactor (CFETR). If successfully scaled, these breakthroughs could revolutionize clean energy production, providing a sustainable and virtually limitless energy source for industrial applications worldwide.