Chinese Firms Dominate US Solar Manufacturing Industry

Chinese companies like Jinko Solar and Trina Solar are rapidly expanding their solar manufacturing presence in the U.S., with a projected capacity to meet about half of the country's solar panel demand, posing a challenge to American competitors. This surge raises concerns for President Biden's climate goals, aiming to balance clean energy job creation domestically while avoiding reliance on China. Despite U.S. tariffs and subsidies, Chinese-backed manufacturers are outcompeting American firms due to advantages like government financing and subsidized supply chains, prompting concerns about over-reliance on Chinese solar production within the U.S.