The War in Iran Is Causing China to Sell So Many Solar Panels That Your Jaw Will Drop

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China doubled solar panel exports in March to 68 GW, a record surge driven by stronger demand in Asia and Africa.
The jump followed the US-Iran war’s disruption of oil flows, which pushed buyers toward renewable alternatives.
China set export records in 55 countries, highlighting how geopolitical shocks can speed up clean-energy adoption.
The boom could also help China absorb some of its solar manufacturing overcapacity.



