Clean Tech Price Surge
Trump’s proposed 60% tariffs on Chinese imports could spike costs for solar panels, EVs and batteries, slowing adoption.
Trump’s Tariffs vs. Climate Goals: 10 Ways Green Action Could Suffer
Trump’s aggressive tariffs on Chinese imports could backfire on global climate efforts. From pricier solar panels to stalled EV adoption, here’s how green progress may pay the price
Trump’s aggressive tariffs on Chinese imports may hinder green progress. X/@WhiteHouse
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Trump’s proposed tariffs on Chinese imports could spike costs for clean tech.
Solar Industry Slowdown
The US imports 80% of its solar panels from Asia—higher tariffs may disrupt renewable energy projects.
Higher tariffs may disrupt renewable energy projects. by freepik
EV Adoption Roadblock
Cheap Chinese EVs (like BYD) help global decarbonisation—tariffs could keep prices high, reducing affordability.
Obstruction to adoption of Electric vehicles.
Battery Supply Chain Chaos
China controls 70% of lithium-ion production—trade barriers may delay energy storage solutions.
Delay in energy storage solutions due to trade barriers.
Wind Energy Setback
Tariffs on steel (used in turbines) and Chinese components could raise wind farm costs by 15-20%.
Rise in wind farm costs expected.
Carbon Border Taxes at Risk
EU’s CBAM (tax on high-carbon imports) may clash with US tariffs, weakening global climate policies.
Global climate policies at risk. Photo by Pixabay
Green Inflation Fears
Rising costs for clean tech could push governments to prioritise cheap fossil fuels over renewables.
Cheap fossil fuels over renewables may be considered as a consequence.
China’s Retaliation Threat
Beijing may curb exports of rare earth minerals (vital for wind turbines, EVs), disrupting supply chains.
India and reciprocal tariff: Govt encourages the exporters to come out of their comfort zone
Stalled Climate Diplomacy
Trade wars could derail US -China cooperation, like the 2021 Glasgow Pact on emissions.
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Investor Uncertainty
Market volatility from tariffs may deter funding for green startups, delaying climate innovation.
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Market volatility may impact funding for green startups.
Lego launches clean energy-powered factory in Vietnam Free Pix
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