# Clean Energy
Latest news and articles about Clean Energy
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The Ultimate Power Play: CATL Signals Ambition with First Nuclear Fusion Investment
Global battery leader CATL has made its first foray into nuclear fusion by leading a seed funding round for the startup Beta Fusion. The move highlights a strategic shift toward controlling the next generation of energy production, focusing on modular FRC fusion technology developed by top Chinese researchers.
A Short-Circuit for the Hybrid: China’s EREV Boom Hits a Reality Check
China's Extended Range Electric Vehicle (EREV) market suffered a record 25% sales drop in May 2026, as rising fuel prices and falling battery costs favor pure electric models. The slump suggests the 'transitional' era of range-extenders may be ending sooner than expected as charging infrastructure improves.
Tibet at 75: Beijing’s Blueprint for a High-Tech, Integrated Plateau
Tibet's 75th anniversary highlights its evolution into a modernized hub for renewable energy and high-value agriculture. Beijing is emphasizing ethnic integration and improved social services, such as localized healthcare and 5G connectivity, to solidify its governance and secure its southwestern frontiers.
AI-Driven 'Smart Charging' Could Boost EV Battery Lifespan by 23% Without Increasing Wait Times
Researchers have developed an AI-powered charging strategy that increases EV battery longevity by nearly 23% by monitoring cell health in real-time. This innovation mitigates the damaging effects of fast charging without increasing the time drivers spend at charging stations.
China’s Fusion Ambitions: Sichuan Consolidates 1,000 Scientists into New Nuclear Energy Hub
China is concentrating over 1,000 nuclear scientists in a new R&D hub in Sichuan to accelerate the development of fusion energy. The center is currently testing critical components for the ITER project and building an industrial alliance to bridge the gap between experimental science and commercial energy production.
Powering the Future: China’s EV Charging Network Hits 21 Million Milestone
China's EV charging infrastructure grew nearly 47% year-on-year to reach 21.48 million units by March 2026, driven largely by a 53.5% surge in private residential chargers. The National Energy Administration data underscores China's lead in building the massive infrastructure required to support its rapid transition to electric mobility.
Infrastructure as a Moat: Tesla’s Supercharger Network Hits 80,000-Unit Milestone
Tesla has surpassed 80,000 global Superchargers, a milestone that solidifies its lead in EV infrastructure. The network has transitioned from a proprietary perk to a critical global utility that serves as a significant strategic moat against both Western and Chinese competitors.
The Power Behind the Prompt: Sam Altman Resigns Helion Chairmanship to Clear OpenAI’s Fusion Path
OpenAI CEO Sam Altman has resigned as chairman of Helion Energy to facilitate a massive power-purchase agreement between the two companies. The deal seeks to secure up to 50 gigawatts of fusion energy by 2035, highlighting the extreme energy requirements of future AI scaling.