Core Viewpoint - The successful commercial operation of the world's first supercritical carbon dioxide power generation unit in Guizhou marks a significant advancement in the application of supercritical carbon dioxide waste heat power generation technology, demonstrating its potential for commercial viability and efficiency improvements in various industries [1][2]. Group 1: Technology and Efficiency - The "Super Carbon No. 1" project enhances power generation efficiency by over 85% compared to existing sintering waste heat steam power generation technologies, with a net power generation increase of more than 50% [1]. - The system is simplified, requiring 50% less space and fewer devices, which facilitates easier operation and maintenance [1]. Group 2: Environmental Impact - If applied nationwide to sintering waste heat transformation, the technology could save over 4.83 million tons of standard coal annually and reduce carbon dioxide emissions by more than 12.85 million tons [1]. - The use of supercritical carbon dioxide is expected to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions and promote energy structure optimization and sustainable development [2]. Group 3: Application Potential - Supercritical carbon dioxide is considered one of the most promising working fluids for medium to high-temperature scenarios, with good application prospects in fields such as solar thermal power generation, waste heat power generation, and energy storage [2]. - After over a decade of exploration, the country has established a comprehensive research and development system for supercritical carbon dioxide power generation technology, mastering the design, manufacturing, and system integration capabilities [2].

超碳一号 "示范工程是 中核集团中国核动力研究设计院 （以下简称"核动力院"）与 济钢集团国际工程技术有限公司、首钢水城钢铁（集团）有限责任公司 共同推进的全球首套2×15兆瓦超临界二氧化碳烧结余热发电工程。 相比现役烧结余热蒸汽发电技术，"超碳一号"发电效率提升85%以上，净发电量提升 50%以上，同时系统简化、设备减少、运维便利，场地需求减少50%。 据介绍，核动力院从2009年开始开展超临界二氧化碳发电技术研究，经过十余年的艰难探索，攻克了"两机三器一系统"从设计、制造到集成应用的系列关键 技术，建立了超临界二氧化碳发电技术研发体系并完成技术验证。在研发过程中，核动力院集合了东方电气集团、西安交通大学、西北工业大学等国内优势 企业和高校团队，形成了以超临界二氧化碳发电技术为核心的产学研共同体，真正具备了完全自主的精细设计和成套供货能力。 全球首台商用超临界二氧化碳发电机组厂房外景。 除了该示范项目，中核集团还于2024年启动了 "熔盐储能+超临界二氧化碳发电" 示范项目，已入选国家能源领域第五批首台（套）重大技术装备，预计 2028年完成示范应用。 超临界二氧化碳发电技术实验装置。 【DT未来产业】 获 ...

Group 1: Supercritical CO2 Power Generation - The world's first commercial supercritical CO2 power generation unit has successfully commenced operation in Guizhou, marking a significant milestone in the application of this technology [1] - The "Super Carbon No. 1" project enhances power generation efficiency by over 85% and net power output by more than 50% compared to existing steam power generation technologies [1] - This technology is expected to create a market worth trillions by efficiently utilizing industrial waste heat and contributing to carbon neutrality goals [1] Group 2: Optical Computing Chips - Researchers at Shanghai Jiao Tong University have achieved a breakthrough in optical computing chips, developing the LightGen chip that supports large-scale semantic media generation models [2] - LightGen demonstrates a performance improvement of two orders of magnitude in computing power and energy efficiency compared to top digital chips, even with less advanced input devices [2] - The development of optical computing chips represents a transformative opportunity for China in the high-end AI computing chip sector, shifting competition from traditional metrics to energy efficiency and parallel processing [2] Group 3: AI Smartphones - ByteDance is collaborating with hardware manufacturers like Vivo, Lenovo, and Transsion to pre-install AIGC plugins on their devices, aiming to enhance user engagement and shift AI from a passive to an active role [3] - The partnership with these manufacturers, which collectively have a potential user base exceeding 1 billion, is expected to accelerate the commercialization of AI smartphones, with a projected penetration rate of over 50% by 2026 [3] Group 4: Robotics in Entertainment - The introduction of humanoid robots by Yushu Technology at a concert in Chengdu marks the first instance of robots performing on stage in a commercial concert setting [4] - This event signifies a shift in the application of humanoid robots from mere technological showcases to integral components of entertainment, with potential market growth as technology advances and costs decrease [4] - IDC forecasts that the shipment of commercial humanoid robots in China will reach approximately 50,000 units by 2030, with a compound annual growth rate exceeding 95% [4]

Core Viewpoint - The successful operation of the world's first commercial supercritical carbon dioxide power generation unit, "Super Carbon No. 1," marks a significant milestone in the application of this new technology, which has broad commercial prospects [1][3]. Group 1: Technology Overview - "Super Carbon No. 1" utilizes supercritical carbon dioxide as a new working fluid for efficient power generation, replacing traditional steam generation methods [3][5]. - The technology has achieved over 85% in waste heat utilization and a more than 50% increase in net power generation compared to existing steam power generation methods [7]. - The supercritical carbon dioxide power generation process involves four steps: compression, heating, expansion, and cooling, which allows for a more efficient energy conversion [9]. Group 2: Economic Impact - The project is expected to generate an additional cash flow of approximately 50 million yuan annually, with a payback period of three years [7]. - The market potential for retrofitting existing sintering machines in the steel metallurgy industry is estimated to be around 100 billion yuan if all applicable units are converted [15]. Group 3: Future Applications - Future applications of supercritical carbon dioxide technology are anticipated in various sectors, including energy storage from wind and solar power, as well as in offshore oil and gas drilling platforms [11][14]. - A new energy storage and power generation demonstration project combining molten salt storage and supercritical carbon dioxide power generation is expected to commence construction in Xinjiang in the first half of 2026 [14].

央广网北京12月21日消息（记者王泽华）据中央广播电视总台中国之声《新闻和报纸摘要》报道， 全球第一台超临界二氧化碳发电机组昨天（20日）在贵州六盘水正式投入商运，这也是超临界二氧化碳 余热发电技术"超碳一号"的全球示范工程。 黄彦平：超临界二氧化碳发电技术能够与国民经济主战场深度融合。它不仅能够将光伏、风电等波 动新能源"转存"为稳定电力，更在钢铁等传统高耗能行业开辟出节能改造的新路径。 点击并拖拽以移动 位于贵州六盘水的全球首台超临界二氧化碳发电示范项目，就是将这套技术与当地钢厂相结合，利 用钢铁行业释放出的工业余热来发电。而在新疆，这套技术也正在应用于当地光伏和风电的"弃电消 纳"领域。黄彦平表示，未来，这套发电技术，必将推动能源技术革新，创造新一轮产业发展机遇，助 力我国新型电力系统建设。 作为一种革新型热电转换技术，"超碳一号"以超临界二氧化碳作为循环工质，相比现役烧结余热蒸 汽发电技术，可以使发电效率提升85%以上，净发电量提升50%以上，同时使系统简化、设备减少、运 维便利。"超碳一号"总设计师黄彦平表示，本次商运意味着全球首次将超临界二氧化碳发电技术从实验 室推向商业落地，具有里程碑意义。 黄 ...

Core Viewpoint - The successful operation of the world's first commercial supercritical carbon dioxide power generation unit, "Super Carbon No. 1," marks a significant advancement in the commercialization of supercritical carbon dioxide power generation technology, transitioning from laboratory to practical application [2]. Group 1: Technology Overview - "Super Carbon No. 1" generates electricity by heating and pressurizing liquid carbon dioxide to a supercritical state, which allows it to store more energy and reduces flow resistance, leading to a simpler and faster response process compared to traditional steam generation methods [4][6]. - The supercritical carbon dioxide power generation process consists of four steps: compression, heating, expansion, and cooling, which collectively create a high-temperature, high-pressure environment to enhance internal energy [6]. Group 2: Efficiency and Output - Compared to existing sintering waste heat steam power generation technology, "Super Carbon No. 1" can improve power generation efficiency by over 85%, resulting in an additional annual output of more than 70 million kilowatt-hours [7]. Group 3: Future Applications - A new energy storage and power generation demonstration project combining molten salt storage and supercritical carbon dioxide power generation is expected to commence construction in Xinjiang in the first half of 2026, utilizing surplus wind and solar power [8]. - The supercritical carbon dioxide power generation technology has promising applications in offshore oil and gas drilling platforms and large vessels, offering advantages such as high efficiency, compact systems, fewer auxiliary systems, and a 50% reduction in space requirements [8]. - The technology is positioned to play a crucial role in energy conservation and carbon reduction efforts in traditional industries like steel and cement, which are significant energy consumers and carbon emitters [8].

12月20日，全球首台商用超临界二氧化碳发电机组在贵州六盘水成功商运，这也是中国核动力研究 设计院研发的超临界二氧化碳余热发电技术"超碳一号"的全球示范工程。济钢集团负责了项目的投资、 设计、建设和运营，推动了超临界二氧化碳发电技术从实验室走进工厂。 二氧化碳能用来发电了，全球首台商用超临界二氧化碳发电机组成功商运 "全球第一"，鲁企来建 在首钢水城钢铁集团，"超碳一号"正稳定运转，利用钢厂余热源源不断输出电力。此前，余热发电 是"烧开水"，将水变为水蒸气，推动汽轮机转动发电。"超碳一号"用超临界二氧化碳为循环工质，二氧 化碳在31℃、压力达到7.38兆帕的条件下，变成介于气体、液体之间的特殊流体状态，替代水蒸气，在 封闭空间内循环发电，净发电量提升50%以上，水耗降低50%以上，同时还有设备小、不挑热、反应快 等优点。 济钢集团党委书记、董事长刘仕君表示，"超碳一号"是济钢战略转型的试点项目之一，也是山东以 科技创新为引领、积极培育新质生产力的生动实践，项目团队在工程化过程中解决技术问题200余项， 攻克关键技术难题88项，优化提升85项，助力突破世界范围内中小功率规模、中高温热源高效利用的技 术瓶颈。（记 ...

Core Viewpoint - The world's first commercial supercritical carbon dioxide power generation unit has successfully commenced operation in Liupanshui, Guizhou, marking a significant milestone in the demonstration of supercritical carbon dioxide waste heat power generation technology, known as "Super Carbon No. 1" [2] Group 1 - The "Super Carbon No. 1" utilizes supercritical carbon dioxide as the working fluid, achieving over 85% improvement in power generation efficiency compared to traditional sintering waste heat steam power generation technology [2] - The net power generation capacity has increased by more than 50% with the implementation of this new technology [2]

极速"配送" 接单"揽件" □四川日报全媒体记者 宁宁工作原理 从热源处"揽收"巨大热能 带着热能高速冲向涡轮机 "卸货"发电 膨胀做功将热能高效转换为电能 "返程"冷却 完成任务冷却后恢复初始状态，在压气机的驱动下继续投入"配送" 何为超临界二氧化碳？ 液、气两相相界面消失的状态点就叫临界点，物质超过该临界点后的状态就是超临界态。当二氧化碳温度超过31 摄氏度，压力升高至73个大气压以上，二氧化碳就进入超临界态 为何选择二氧化碳？ 既像液体一样具有高密度，又像气体一样具有低黏性、易压缩。处于超临界状态的二氧化碳是发电的"天选之 子"——相比水"力气"更大，做功能力更强 未来前景怎么样？ 该技术可与各种热源组合成发电系统，在火力、核能、工业余热、地热、生物质等领域发电，构建千瓦级至千兆 瓦级等不同功率等级的模块化、智能化发电机组 这一新技术如何实现更高效的能量转换？记者采访了中国核动力研究设计院项目研发团队。 用二氧化碳发电，全球竞逐的新赛道 何为超临界二氧化碳？我们知道，水有固体、液体和气体3种相态。随着环境中温度和压力的升高，液、气两相相 界面消失的状态点就叫临界点，物质超过该临界点后的状态就是超临界态。 ...

（文章来源：人民日报） 超临界二氧化碳被认为是中高热源温度场景下最具应用前景的工质之一，在光热发电、余热发电、储能 发电等领域具有良好的应用前景。 "超碳一号"使用超临界二氧化碳作为循环工质，相比烧结余热蒸汽发电技术，发电效率提升85%以上， 净发电量提升50%以上。 记者从中核集团获悉：12月20日，全球首台商用超临界二氧化碳发电机组在贵州六盘水首钢水钢集团成 功商运，这也是超临界二氧化碳余热发电技术"超碳一号"的全球示范工程。"超碳一号"标志着超临界二 氧化碳发电技术从实验室推向商业落地，有助于突破世界范围内中小功率规模、中高温热源高效利用的 技术瓶颈。 ...