CLEAN: The race for nuclear fusion

The video discusses the development of fusion technology to replicate the sun's power on Earth. It highlights the advantage of using existing technologies to achieve this goal more efficiently. The economic aspect is considered, noting that the cost is relatively low compared to the potential benefits. However, the challenge remains that fossil fuels are still cheap, reducing incentives to invest in renewable energy sources.

What is the primary goal of the technology being developed in the first section?

• To create a new type of solar panel

• To improve battery storage

• To enhance wind energy efficiency

• To replicate the sun's power on Earth

What advantage is mentioned in the first section regarding the development of fusion technology?

• Relying on fossil fuels

• Harnessing existing technologies

• Investing in space exploration

• Using new, untested technologies

How is the financial requirement for fusion technology described in the second section?

• Relatively small compared to potential benefits

• Extremely high with no payoff

• Moderate with uncertain benefits

• Too expensive to consider

What is the main challenge in investing in renewable technologies according to the third section?

• High cost of renewable technologies

• Low cost of fossil fuels

• Lack of public interest

• Insufficient government support

Why is there a lack of incentive to invest in low-carbon technologies as mentioned in the third section?

• They are not effective

• They require too much land

• They are too expensive

• Fossil fuels are cheap to extract and use