How ‘USA-first’ failed the solar industry

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By Shannon OsakaMay 19, 2022, 10:30 am246 pts
The economic theory behind solar tariffs is simple: Solar cells and panels made abroad are often cheaper, thanks to lower manufacturing costs and generous government subsidies from countries like China. So taxing imported panels should give the U.S. solar industry a fighting chance at survival. At least that…

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