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China’s Solar Plunge Is ‘Return to Rationalization,’ Lobby Says
China’s solar industry is shifting toward sustainability after a policy change caused a 66% drop in installations during the first half of 2026. The solar lobby described this decline as a 'return to rationalization.'
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