Virginia Governor Glenn Youngkin highlighted the need for the United States to expedite its development of fusion energy to avoid falling behind China in energy dominance. Speaking at the CERAWeek energy conference in Houston, Youngkin emphasized the importance of accelerating fusion energy development to stay competitive in the global energy sector.
Virginia, home to a significant number of energy-hungry data centers that process a large portion of the world’s internet traffic, is well-positioned to lead the way in fusion energy innovation. Youngkin, along with Virginia utility Dominion Energy CEO Robert Blue and Commonwealth Fusion Systems Chief Bob Mumgaard, discussed the urgent need to prioritize fusion energy development during a panel discussion at the conference.
Commonwealth Fusion Systems, a company based in Virginia, recently announced plans to build the world’s first utility-scale fusion power plant in the state. Fusion energy, which replicates the same reaction that powers the sun using lasers or magnets, has the potential to revolutionize the energy industry and provide a sustainable source of power for the future.
Youngkin’s call to action comes as the U.S. faces increasing competition from China in the race for energy dominance. By investing in fusion energy technology, the U.S. can maintain its position as a leader in the global energy market and ensure energy security for years to come.
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