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China moves to curb overcapacity in PV industry with mandatory energy consumption standards
China has introduced mandatory national standards tightening energy consumption and efficiency requirements across the PV value chain, from polysilicon to modules and inverters. The rules, effective Jan. 1, 2027, are expected to reshape manufacturing, procurement and project selection toward higher-efficiency, lower-energy-intensity products.
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Three U.S. solar companies file petition for AD/CVD investigation into South Korea
Canadian Solar, SEG Solar and Heliene USA have filed a petition alleging that Korean solar cell manufacturers (most notably Hanwha Q CELLS) are performing only “minor or insignificant” processing of Chinese solar materials made into cells they import to the United States.
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Chinese PV Industry Brief: Polysilicon prices decline for third consecutive week
The price decline is attributable to continued inventory pressure and the restart and ramp-up of output by some producers in June, which have reinforced expectations of rising supply and prompted some polysilicon manufacturers to cut prices to reduce stock levels.
China proposes PV product grading system in bid to drive industry consolidation
China has proposed a PV product grading system that classifies modules into three quality tiers based on reliability, performance, and environmental attributes. The framework is expected to influence procurement, financing, and insurance decisions in a bid to drive industry consolidation.
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