PUBLISHER: Allied Market Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1239562
PUBLISHER: Allied Market Research | PRODUCT CODE: 1239562
The fusion energy market is estimated at $429.6 billion in 2030, and is anticipated to generate $840.3 billion by 2040. The market is projected to experience growth at a CAGR of 6.9% from 2031 to 2040.
Fusion energy is believed to have net zero carbon emissions and is prophesied to be the savior of nature. Fusion energy is in the experimental stage where through different approaches (majorly two) energy generation is done. Several technologies which mainly apply are based on Tokomak and stellarator. Around 60 tokamaks and 10 stellarators are currently operating foe continuous fusion energy generation. The fusion energy market is in its nascent stage. The market is highly favorable for suppliers, as natural gas reserves are unevenly distributed across globe. Product differentiation is low among leading players, as the market is significantly constricted. Thus, by analyzing previously mentioned factors, the bargaining power of the supplier is high. Moreover, the presence of limited private players and institutions in the fusion energy market has to compete with energy sources from fossil fuel and other renewable and non-renewable fuel and thus, it makes the market highly competitive. Capital investment in R&D to enhance the existing properties is high. High capital investment makes the fusion energy market highly competitive, as innovation in the field is high. Therefore, the competitive rivalry is high in this market.
Research companies and institution have made great progress in magnetic confinement fusion and have achieved plasmas of very high temperatures with ease. The development of powerful magnets to handle plasmas and novel materials that can withstand the challenging conditions in the reactor vessels drive the fusion energy market growth. Advances in experimentation, theory, modelling, and simulation have led to a deeper understanding of the behavior of plasmas, and experimental tokamak and stellarator devices will be central to proving the scientific and technical viability of fusion energy production. In recent funding round, Many companies have claimed that by 2025 fusion energy will be commercially available. According to Steve Cowley, Director of the Department of Energy's Princeton Plasma Physics Laboratory, noted that 2021 was an amazing year for fusion energy industry. It was also mentioned that for the first-time fusion burn provided the energy to keep the fuel at about 100 million degrees during an experiment.
The inertial confinement approach is similar to what is used in the hydrogen bomb. In this, a small quantity of fuel is continuously compressed and heated. This leads to high pressure in fuel. Due to the high pressure, the fuel disassembles and explodes. The inertia of the fuel itself keeps it from escaping and hence it is named as inertial confinement. Magnetic confinement approach is highly adopted by the fusion energy industry players. Tokamak and stellarator are the two different reactors that are under experiment that is two ways or approaching systems for one solution which is fusion energy.
The fusion energy market is segmented based on technology, fuels, and region. Depending on technology, the market is divided in inertial confinement and magnetic confinement. Based on fuels, it is divided into Deuterium Tritium, Deuterium, Deuterium Helium 3, Proton Boron. Region wise, fusion energy market is analyzed across North America, Europe, Asia-Pacific, and LAMEA (Latin America, Middle East, and Africa). The key players in the market are Agni Fusion Energy, TAE Technologies, Helion Energy, Commonwealth Fusion Systems, General Fusion, Tokamak Energy, Zap Energy, First Light Fusion, Lockheed Martin, Hyperjet Fusion, Marvel Fusion, HB11, Renaissance Fusion, and Kyoto Fusioneering.
The growth drivers, restraints, and opportunities are explained in the report to better understand the market dynamics. This report further highlights the key areas of investments. In addition, it includes Porter's five forces analysis to understand the competitive scenario of the industry and role of each stakeholder. The report features strategies adopted by key market players to maintain their foothold in the market. Furthermore, it highlights the competitive landscape of key players to increase their market share and sustain intense competition in the industry