China’s Solar Plunge Is ‘Return to Rationalization,’ Lobby Says
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China's solar industry experienced a 66% decline in installations in the first half of 2026 following a policy shift. The country's solar lobby described this as a return to rationalization, suggesting the industry is on a more sustainable track. The plunge reflects changes in government policy affecting solar energy development.
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Solar installations fell 66% in the first half of 2026.
China's solar lobby said the industry is on a more sustainable track.
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China's solar lobby said the industry is on a more sustainable track.
Bloomberg- Solar installations fell 66% in the first half of 2026.
- A policy shift caused the decline.
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China's solar lobby said the industry is on a more sustainable track.
BloombergChina's solar installations declined by 66% in the first half of 2026 due to a policy shift.
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