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Musk also touched on the energy race, criticizing the US for falling behind China in deploying clean energy solutions. Visuals comparing China’s and the US’s efforts were shared, with commentators noting that “type one energy sources,” namely nuclear and advanced renewables, are vital. Musk agreed, pointing out that batteries already supply a significant portion of peak demand in California, advocating for an energy dominance strategy.
He further suggested rebranding solar energy as nuclear fusion, acknowledging the potential of fusion power as a clean, limitless energy source—though he humorously added that no questions would be taken afterward.