Why are Chinese storage companies globalising their manufacturing capacity?

In response to growing LCRs, Chinese players are globalising manufacturing capacity to offset a loss in exports. Europe, the US, and Southeast Asia are among the top markets for Chinese manufacturing investment. Consequently, Chinese storage investors and manufacturers have grown their overseas footprint to 22 countries.

Why are China's Solar Exports reducing?

As more markets continue to adopt local content requirements (LCRs), China will start to face increasing constraints for solar exports. In response to growing LCRs, Chinese players are globalising manufacturing capacity to offset a loss in exports. Europe, the US, and Southeast Asia are among the top markets for Chinese manufacturing investment.

How many countries will Chinese battery manufacturers invest in?

Consequently, Chinese storage investors and manufacturers have grown their overseas footprint to 22 countries. However, due to loose trade policy, only a maximum of 20% of the overseas capacity planned by Chinese battery manufacturers will be applied in the energy storage segment.

How did China's Solar Exports perform in 2023?

China’s 2023 solar exports hit a record high with over 40% growth for all equipment. The surge was dominated by modules that reached a new high of 227 GW. Meanwhile, cells had the most rapid growth at 61.6% to 38 GW. The country consolidated its control over module supply chain manufacturing, with its share exceeding 80%.

Does China have a control over module supply chain?

The country consolidated its control over module supply chain manufacturing, with its share exceeding 80%. Our research reveals that Asia Pacific (excluding China) hosts most Chinese overseas facilities, totalling over 70 GW of production capacity for cell and module.