China Extends Global Lead in Africa’s Renewable-Energy Transition
Analysts say that China’s manufacturing overcapacity has granted it an edge over the United States in the African transition to renewables. Speaking at the recent Semafor World Economy Summit (WES), Center for Global Development senior fellow W. Guide Moore said the east Asian nation's “reported overcapacity” allowed its companies to offer renewable-energy firms in low-income countries with relatively competitive prices. Manufacturing overcapacity means that China’s production capabilities have far surpassed domestic demand, allowing local companies to export renewables infrastructure to African companies at prices they can afford. Stimulated by massive government subsidies, this overcapacity has granted China a significant lead…
