If you are Thinking of Buying Solar--NOW May be the Time
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It appears that at least some of those firms which would be negatively impacted by such tariffs have articulated what the impact would be on them - I wonder if they've sent that message to the White House via paid messenger (lobbying) through their trade group? It seems as though this would affect the financial health of companies selling controllers, regulators, and analysis hardware (thinking of things like the Trimetric battery monitor here), batteries to store solar power, as well as those selling solar panels like Renogy.
Is it fair to think that they might be actively opposing the matter or is it possible that they're simply stockpiling in anticipation and hoping that it doesn't happen, but not putting significant effort into stopping it?
The net effect of such a move would be quite significant to the economy in the USA and elsewhere. Trump seems to have demonstrated a fairly narrow focus economically thus far - perhaps indicating a lack of understanding or appreciation for the interconnectedness of the global economy at this stage (not trying to be political here - just stating what seem to be facts!) and it might be helpful for those affected to register the effect(s) that matter would have on them in a fairly vigorous fashion.
Given the present mood on Capitol Hill with respect to reining in Trump on some issues, would there be merit in contacting members of congress to register a person's sentiments one way or the other?
Is it fair to think that they might be actively opposing the matter or is it possible that they're simply stockpiling in anticipation and hoping that it doesn't happen, but not putting significant effort into stopping it?
The net effect of such a move would be quite significant to the economy in the USA and elsewhere. Trump seems to have demonstrated a fairly narrow focus economically thus far - perhaps indicating a lack of understanding or appreciation for the interconnectedness of the global economy at this stage (not trying to be political here - just stating what seem to be facts!) and it might be helpful for those affected to register the effect(s) that matter would have on them in a fairly vigorous fashion.
Given the present mood on Capitol Hill with respect to reining in Trump on some issues, would there be merit in contacting members of congress to register a person's sentiments one way or the other?
closeanuf said:
I pass that facility often in my trips there.
Its pretty impressive!
If you ever pass thru Truth or Consequences NM, check out the WalMart store...the entire parking lot is covered with steel awnings that are covered with solar panels...I think I heard it was 20 million dollars worth!
That's a LOT of solar!
slynne
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The town where I live has really jumped on the solar bandwagon with a non profit that is helping people install panels on their homes. I am going to talk to them about getting some before these tariffs hit.
Bardo, can I steal that top picture and post it over in the 'holy grail' thread?
Or you can do it...
Might be her 'solution' too...
Or you can do it...
Might be her 'solution' too...
I read an article about solar panels. The USA imposed a 250% tariff on Chinese solar in 2012. But the main reason Chinese panels are gone is due to the failing Chinese economy. Some of their largest solar manufactures are going bankrupt.
bardo said:
lol..... :dodgy:
Weight said:
The basic problem with tariffs, is that when we impose a tariff on imported manufactured goods, the affected country just turns around and imposes a tariff on our raw material exports to their country.
Yeah, some jobs or companies might be protected, for a period of time, but later, the effects bounce back when other jobs here are lost due to declining demand for the raw products we export.
It's a game for politicians to win votes that year, nothing more.
bardo said:
Well no, I thought you used that long range drone...
