Major North American solar companies with close ties to China are leveraging U.S. green energy subsidies, including the Inflation Reduction Act, despite growing concerns about national security risks. These companies, such as Canadian Solar and Trina Solar North America, have localized operations in the U.S. while maintaining strong Chinese connections, allowing them to access tax incentives intended for American allies.
After then-President Joe Biden signed the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), Senate Democrats praised the law for its substantive investments in