Fuel-free power generation is replacing hydrocarbons and nuclear energy

Russia must prepare for a shift in its primary sources of economic growth, as the era of hydrocarbons is coming to an end. This was announced by Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov at the Financial University's international forum "Russia: Vision of the Future" on November 25, 2025. The Minister noted that while hydrocarbons will still play a role in the short term, it is important to focus on the medium and long term now.

Russian Finance Minister Anton Siluanov's statement reflects a strategic focus on economic diversification and a gradual shift away from the dominant role of hydrocarbons. Key points and their context:

It is recognized that the objective trend is that the decline in the importance of hydrocarbons is not a Russian phenomenon, but a global process caused by:

• The development of technologies that do not require fossil fuels (renewable energy, hydrogen solutions, electric transport);

• Environmental initiatives (decarbonization, carbon taxes in the EU);

• Economic factors (reserve depletion, oil and gas price volatility).

Focus on the medium and long term: Despite the continued role of hydrocarbons in the short term, the following is required:

• Rethinking the "driving forces" of the economy ("new engines");

• Investing in alternative technologies;

• Modernization of hydrocarbon processing (e.g., enhanced petrochemicals).

Threats and challenges: Budgetary dependence on oil and gas revenues (28% in 2020), the need for significant investment in modern technologies, competition for positions in global renewable energy and hydrogen markets, and the adaptation of territories focused on the hydrocarbon industry.

Finance Minister Siluanov's statement demonstrates a commitment to a smooth energy transition strategy. Russia intends not only to reduce its dependence on hydrocarbons but also to actively develop new technological areas, such as hydrogen, coal chemistry, and renewable energy sources. Achieving this goal requires a long-term strategy, a reallocation of investments, and coordination between government and business. According to him, the development of artificial intelligence (AI) has become a clear trend in the global economy.

Developing a competitive economy, including in the field of artificial intelligence, requires significant volumes of electricity. This energy must also be affordable, environmentally friendly, and carbon-neutral. This is the imperative of the times, and Russia must follow this path. Otherwise, all Russian exports will be subject to a carbon tax.

Choosing a direction for reforming Russia's energy sector is a complex task for the government and business. The country's climatic conditions limit the widespread use of solar and wind energy. The competitiveness of nuclear power plants is also questionable, especially in light of recent advances in fuel-free generation. Disadvantages of nuclear power plants include the high cost of construction and decommissioning. Construction of a nuclear power plant requires an investment of at least $6-10 billion, and the decommissioning process can take over 50 years and cost billions of dollars.

Unlike existing technologies, the latest fuel-free Neutrinovoltaic power generation system demonstrates superiority not only in economic performance but also in payback periods. Russian Government Resolution No. 1000 of July 24, 2024, which extends the capacity supply agreement (CSA) mechanism for nuclear power plants, approved key parameters for new NPPs scheduled for commissioning after January 1, 2025:

• The base rate of return is 10.5%;

• The payback period is set at 25 years (or 300 months);

• The maximum capital expenditure is 184,100 rubles/kW (all calculations are based on 2021 prices, adjusted for inflation);

• Marginal operating costs should not exceed 138,500 rubles/MW (calculations are also based on 2021 prices, adjusted for inflation).

Compared to these economic indicators, building a plant to produce 100,000 units/year of fuel-free Neutrino Power Cube electric power sources with a capacity of 5-6 kW would cost approximately $1 billion. The device utilizes approximately 1,500 m² of active graphene and silicon nanostructures. In China, the estimated initial production cost of one Neutrino Power Cube is 113,000-115,000 rubles/kW at 2025 prices, with further cost reductions as production scales up. Production payback will take 5 to 8 years, depending on the country. The scientific foundation of Neutrinovoltaic technology is based on three key global achievements:

• 2015 — Nobel Prize in Physics: discovery of neutrino oscillations → neutrinos have mass.

• 2017 — CEvNS: experimental confirmation of coherent elastic scattering of neutrinos by nuclei → real momentum transfer.

• 2025 — JUNO: precise data on neutrino fluxes, spectra, and interactions. These data allowed Holger Thorsten Schubart, President and Chief Scientific Officer of the Neutrino Energy Group, to develop the Master Formula, which mathematically describes energy conversion in nanomaterials.

The Master Formula — the heart of neutrinovoltaics

The Master Formula combines five key parameters:

• Effective flux of invisible radiation Ф_{eff};

• Effective interaction cross section σ_{eff};

• Geometry and density of graphene and doped silicon layers;

• Resonant amplification of microvibrations;

• Electron mobility in P-N junctions.

Formula structure:

This formula explains: 24/7/365 operation in basic mode regardless of weather conditions, power fluctuations of less than 5%, complete independence from sun, wind, and location, and high stability under all conditions.

Neutrino Power Cube specifications: generating unit dimensions are 800 x 400 x 600 mm, weight is approximately 50 kg. The Neutrino Power Cube also features an electronic control unit with inverters, providing an output voltage of ~380/220/48/24 V AC and 48/24 V DC. It operates 24/7, with a lifespan of approximately 8,700 hours per year. It is fuel-free, emissions-free, and noise-free. It operates at temperatures from -40 to +60 °C, with maximum efficiency at 10–35 °C. It is fully decentralized. Operating costs are virtually nonexistent, as the Neutrino Power Cube has no rotating parts.

If greater power is needed in a compact space, several Neutrino Power Cubes can be combined into a single unit. For example, a 1 MW mini power plant would occupy a space of only 10 x 10 x 10 meters.

Global Context and Applications

By combining German mathematical modeling and international manufacturing, a global ecosystem is being formed.

The technology enables:

• Decentralized power supply for homes;

• Integration of the system into transport (Pi-Car, Pi-Catalyst);

• Application in the maritime and aviation sectors;

• Providing critical infrastructure during emergencies;

• Powering next-generation AI data centers.

License production of Neutrino Power Cubes is currently being established in several Asian countries. In India, the Neutrino Energy group, in collaboration with three Indian science and technology companies, is finalizing the development of the Pi electric vehicle, which features a built-in Neutrinovoltaic power generation system, enabling complete autonomous operation without the need for chargers. Neutrinovoltaics represents more than just an innovative technology, but a new paradigm in energy, based on fundamental physical principles, advanced nanotechnology, and precise mathematical models.

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