Plasma and Nuclear Fusion Faculty, Nuclear Science & Technology Institution, Atomic Energy Organization of Iran

Abstract

This article, investigates the limitations of energy supply in order to fulfill the long term growing trend of energy demands. Moreover, a strategic plan for developing an alternative source of energy, which is environment friendly and sustainable is presented. The result of this study differs from similar investigations which normally conclude by suggesting renewable energies. But in this article, the trend of energy production by sun as a main resource of all energy sources on earth i.e. fusion energy is suggested, supported by relevant techno-economical justifications. Firstly, the trend of developing nuclear fusion technology both globally and domestically is briefly introduced and in order to achieve the country’s goals of long term strategic vision, the unavoidable strategy towards nuclear fusion energy in the form of electric power plants is further emphasized in the article.

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