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Turning policy into action

Europe stands at a crossroads in its efforts to revive solar manufacturing, with the European Union’s Net-Zero Industry Act (NZIA) providing the necessary tools and the Clean Industrial Deal, alongside growing geopolitical awareness, driving momentum. Christoph Podewils, secretary-general of the European Solar Manufacturing Council, looks at how those policies can put Europe back in the game.

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pv magazine

02 May 2025

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Europe’s dependence on Chinese solar imports, priced below production cost and sold cheaper than in China, has become clear. But the European Commission’s five-year Clean Industrial Deal (CID) promises much-needed corrective action.The NZIA provides a framework for moves that can significantly change the outlook for European solar manufacturing. Its forthcoming legislation for “resilience” auctions and …

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