The Department of Homeland Security is increasing scrutiny on solar companies in the US, specifically targeting products associated with Chinese forced labor. The Department of Customs and Border Protection has sent out questionnaires to solar companies seeking information about the origins of modules, panels, and other solar products. This move signals a crackdown on products linked to forced labor in China’s Xinjiang region. The survey includes questions about production facilities, organizational structures, and measures to prevent forced labor, posing challenges for smaller firms reliant on overseas manufacturers. The increased scrutiny comes amid global concerns about human rights violations in Xinjiang and aims to ensure compliance with the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act.
Solar Dominates US Energy Capacity Growth
The Federal Energy Regulatory Commission (FERC) has published data showing that solar accounted for over 75% of US electrical generating
