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Why is China the most reliable supplier of solar panels in Europe?

Photo: cnsphoto China's photovoltaic (PV) industry has gained a historic foothold in Europe for being the most reliable and resilient supplier of solar panels as the region copes with a deepening energy crisis and its green transformation.

Are Chinese solar panels gaining popularity in Europe?

Lately, Chinese solar panels have gained growing popularity among European consumers in addition to electric blankets and hand warmers. Chinese insiders said that the EU is likely to take up to 50 percent of China's total PV exports this year.

What is the EU solar energy strategy?

The EU solar energy strategy proposed under the REPowerEU plan aims to make solar energy a cornerstone of the EU energy system. Boosting renewable energy is also an important part of the European Green Deal in the context of the green transition towards climate neutrality.

How many solar panels are there in the EU in 2021?

According to the International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), in 2021 the estimated installed solar PV capacity in the EU was over 158 GW, compared with over 306 GW in China and almost 94 GW in the US. China is currently the world's leader in solar energy production.

Did European solar firms survive the China shock?

Overall, it seems that many European solar firms did not survive the China shock – but some of those who did adapted by innovating more intensely. In the years following the study period, China has further cemented its dominant position in the global market for solar PV and other low carbon supply chains.

Why are solar panels soaring in China?

Xu Aihua, deputy head of the Silicon Industry of China Nonferrous Metals Industry Association, told the Global Times on Sunday that the soaring demand for solar panels reflects geopolitical changes in Europe and the region's green push. Exports of PV modules have surged.