核能周见：中国“人造太阳”实验取得突破

Policy Developments - The National Energy Administration plans to establish a special working group for "Nuclear Power" under the China-Shanghai Cooperation Organization energy cooperation framework, aiming to enhance practical cooperation in the energy sector by organizing and implementing the "Double Thousand" projects[5]. - The first four special working groups will focus on "Nuclear Power," "Oil and Gas," "Coal," and "Renewable Energy and Electricity," with potential for additional groups in the future[5]. Nuclear Fusion Breakthroughs - China's "artificial sun," the EAST (Experimental Advanced Superconducting Tokamak), confirmed the existence of a "density free zone" in its experiments, providing critical physical evidence for high-density operation in magnetic confinement fusion devices[5]. - The research team developed a theory model (PWSO) that identifies the role of boundary impurities in triggering radiation instability, which is crucial for understanding density limits in plasma physics[5]. Nuclear Power Plant Developments - The first nuclear fuel loading for the Guangdong Taipingling Nuclear Power Plant Unit 1 has officially begun, marking a transition from construction to commissioning phase, crucial for achieving grid connection[5]. - The Zhangzhou Nuclear Power Unit 2 has commenced commercial operation, with an annual output capacity of 10 billion kWh, reducing CO2 emissions by approximately 8.16 million tons[6]. Industry Collaborations and Innovations - A joint laboratory for "Fusion Efficient Compact Heat Exchange Equipment" has been established between Hefei Energy Research Institute and Lanshi Group, focusing on advancing fusion power generation technology[7]. - The Fujian Nuclear Power signed a cooperation framework agreement with the Fujian Meteorological Bureau to enhance meteorological services for energy projects, aiming to improve risk management against climate impacts[6]. Risk Factors - Potential risks include underperformance of industrial policies and delays in technological breakthroughs and cost reductions[8].