China Commands 80% of Global Solar Silver Supply Chain

China controls 80% of the solar silver supply chain, highlighting its dominance in the solar industry. This control spans from mining and refining to the creation and installation of solar panels. A recent report by Bank of America underscores this dominance, raising concerns amid Janet Yellen’s trip to China. As silver is crucial for solar panels, the supply chain is critical to understanding future demand trends, with potential silver shortages predicted within five years due to increased consumption for net-zero energy applications.