Does the British Army use Chinese-made solar panels?

The British Army's use of Chinese-made solar panels comes as no surprise to Yalkun Uluyol. An academic native of Xinjiang, Mr Uluyol has been researching the links between Chinese manufacturers and alleged forced labour in his home region. Mr Uluyol said his research found forced labour "happens almost everywhere in every sector".

Will Chinese solar power the US?

Chinese solar is now expanding so fast that by the early 2030s, the country will generate more power from the sun than the amount of electricity the US will consume altogether, according to the International Energy Agency.

Why is solar energy important in China?

Since the Hu Jintao regime, and highlighted further under Xi Jinping, China has sought to transform its economy through the huge investment in innovative technology. What is unique about solar energy in China is that it was an important export industry in the early 2000s, before it emerged as a critical renewable energy industry.

Where does Solar Energy Curtailment occur in China?

These issues occur specifically in Gansu, Qinghai, Xinjiang and Ningxia. According to the State Grid Corporation of China (SGCC), solar energy curtailment is defined as the wasted potential of power plants producing energy.

Why does China support solar companies?

At the local level, provincial and municipal officials strongly supported solar manufacturers mainly due to the alignment of their interests. China’s cadre evaluation system was designed in a way that “rational” bureaucrats would pay more attention to projects and targets beneficial to their promotion.

Can China expand solar power generating capacity?

In fact, the Chinese central government had already actively tried to expand the solar electricity generating capacity in China back in 2009, through several subsidized projects, one of which was the infamous Golden Sun project (金太阳工程).