Scientists in China have claimed to have discovered an "infinite" energy source that could power the country for at least 60,000 years. The source is thorium, a radioactive element that could be used to create a type of molten salt nuclear power plant that can produce vast amounts of energy.
According to a study, the Bayan Obo mining complex in Inner Mongolia may have enough thorium to meet China's energy demands for an extraordinary period of time, writes A2 CNN.
Thorium is more abundant in nature than uranium and can produce up to 200 times more energy than uranium. Using the element in molten salt reactors could reduce pollution and eliminate the risk of a nuclear explosion. China has begun construction of its first thorium-powered nuclear power plant and plans to have it operational by 2029, with the goal of achieving "energy independence."
This discovery has raised hopes of changing the way the world produces energy, offering a sustainable alternative to fossil fuels. This could revolutionize the energy industry, providing an unlimited source of energy that can be used for many years without running out. (A2 Televizion)
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