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The Future of Solar Power and Energy Storage
This chapter explores the advancements and challenges in solar energy technologies, particularly focusing on the impact of transmission constraints and the role of China in global solar development. It also examines the crucial relationship between energy policy and market access to affordable renewable technologies, highlighting the implications of U.S. tariffs on Chinese solar modules. The discussion shifts to energy storage, addressing cost reductions and geopolitical factors that influence battery manufacturing, while also considering the pressures faced by utilities in managing rising electricity rates.