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What happens when China becomes the green tech superpower?

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By illuminem briefings

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🗞️ Driving the news: China's dominance in the green technology sector, supported by strategic government subsidies, has sparked concerns among global competitors
The country leads the supply chain for wind turbines, solar panels, and electric vehicles, prompting U.S. and European governments to contemplate lawsuits and tariffs to counter China's advantage
The dispute risks raising the cost of green technologies, potentially slowing the transition to clean energy

🔭 The context: China's rise as a green tech superpower is rooted in extensive government backing, which has allowed domestic firms to outcompete international rivals
Western nations criticize these subsidies as market-distorting and harmful to their economies, where jobs and revenue are threatened
The U.S. and EU have started crafting policies to reduce reliance on Chinese supply chains and promote local production

🌍 Why it matters for the planet: The geopolitical struggle over green tech could delay global decarbonization efforts if increased costs make renewable energy less accessible
However, China's leadership in scaling up green technologies has also driven down costs worldwide, accelerating adoption in some markets
Balancing fair competition with climate priorities is crucial for a sustainable energy future

⏭️ What's next: As the U.S. and Europe ramp up measures to reduce dependency on Chinese green tech, potential trade conflicts may emerge
Additionally, China's continued expansion in clean energy may prompt further regulatory responses and efforts to diversify supply chains globally

💬 One quote: "Raising the price of green tech — the inevitable result of ending those subsidies — will slow the clean tech transition," warns Brad Glosserman, the article’s author

📈 One stat: China currently manufactures over 80% of the world's solar panels and around 60% of global wind turbines, solidifying its dominance in the green technology sector

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