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Are residential solar photovoltaic systems a good investment in China?

Residential solar photovoltaic (PV) installations have boomed in China over recent years. However, knowledge about the economic performance of residential PV investments is still limited. Therefore, this study attempts to make a complete economic assessment of residential PV systems at the county-level.

Are residential PV systems phasing out quickly in China?

This paper evaluated the economic performance of residential PV systems at the county-level under the background where the subsidies for solar PV generation are phasing out quickly in China, using scenario analysis and sensitivity analysis. It is found that residential PV investments have broken even all over China, even without any incentives.

What is China's production capacity for solar modules?

At the end of 2023, China's annual production capacity for finished solar modules was 861 gigawatts (GW) equivalent according to China Photovoltaic Industry Association data, more than double global module installations of 390 GW.

Is there a breakeven for residential PV investments in China?

There is breakeven for residential PV investments all over China even without incentives. The areas with good performance of residential PV investments are located mostly in Northern China (Shandong and Hebei), Southern China (Guangdong and Hainan), northeast China (Liaoning, Jilin, and Heilongjiang), and southwest China (Sichuan and Tibet).

Does America import solar panels from China?

The U.S. has limited direct solar imports from China through policies such as the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act and tariffs established to protect American industry from dumping and non-competitive practices. Yet, many solar modules assembled in Vietnam, Thailand, and Cambodia, the largest sources of U.S. solar panels, use Chinese components.

Which buildings should be used for PV installation in China?

The traditional residential architecture in China is dominated by high-rise buildings, which offer limited space to install PV systems. Courtyard and single houses should be the priority for PV deployment. The spaces of these buildings allow the installation of PV systems to satisfy the electric demand.