The capital market has repeatedly experienced the "graphene" craze. Some industry insiders have called it a "hype," suggesting that it could take at least ten years before graphene becomes commercially viable. However, last week, Feng Guanping, the founding dean of the Shenzhen Tsinghua University Research Institute and chairman of Shenzhen Lihe Venture Capital Co., Ltd., made a strong statement at the "Technology Finance Lecture," calling such predictions unscientific. He believes that graphene's industrialization could be achieved within just 2 to 3 years.
On May 28th, the second session of the Science and Technology Finance Seminar, hosted by the Shenzhen Science and Technology Financial Service Center, took place in the High-tech Zone Cultural and Sports Center. Over 140 representatives from technology firms, financial institutions, banks, and venture capital companies attended the event, showing growing interest in the future of cutting-edge materials like graphene.
Feng Guanping, a prominent figure in China’s venture capital industry, was recently awarded the Shenzhen Mayor’s Award. With over 100 high-tech enterprises he has founded, 21 invention patents to his name, and more than 800 startups nurtured, he is widely recognized as one of the top pioneers in the field. His experience and vision make him a key voice in discussions about emerging technologies.
He highlighted how the discovery of graphene led to the 2010 Nobel Prize in Physics—often referred to as “the Nobel born from a pencil lead.†The two scientists managed to isolate graphene from graphite using nothing more than ordinary tape. This ultra-thin material, just one atom thick, is not only the thinnest known material but also exhibits extraordinary electrical and thermal conductivity, surpassing even metals and diamonds in strength.
Known as the "magic material," graphene has vast potential across multiple industries. Feng explained that it could revolutionize electric vehicles by enabling fast charging when applied to roads. It can be used in supercapacitors, lithium-ion batteries, and sensors, and even assist in environmental protection by quickly absorbing oil spills from the ocean.
While some experts believe it will take 8 to 10 years for full commercialization, Feng remains confident that the timeline is much shorter. “My judgment is 2 to 3 years,†he said firmly.
In terms of development, Jiangsu Province has already launched a dedicated graphene project, with cities like Changzhou and Wuxi investing heavily in the industry. On May 18th, China’s first graphene film production line was officially launched in Changzhou, marking a significant step forward in the country’s graphene industry.
When asked about Shenzhen’s potential in this field, Feng pointed out that the city is home to many companies involved in lithium-ion batteries, electric vehicles, and touch screen technology—sectors where graphene could have a major impact. He believes that Shenzhen is well-positioned to become a leading market for graphene applications.
“Graphene will first be applied in capacitive touch screens, which is exactly where Shenzhen excels,†he said. He added that while Jiangsu focuses on raw material production, Shenzhen represents the largest application market. He expects a surge in graphene-related businesses in the city after pilot tests later this year, and if successful, it could disrupt existing industries significantly.
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