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Why did Chinese solar companies lose a lot of jobs?

Longi Green Energy, Trina Solar, Jinko Solar, JA Solar, and Tongwei saw an average 31% drop in headcount, according to public filings. Analysts say the cuts stem from layoffs, reduced hours, and pay cuts as firms battle a global glut—China produces twice as many solar panels annually as the world consumes.

Does China's solar industry face deep layoffs?

China’s Solar Industry Faces Deep Layoffs Amid Overcapacity and Price Wars. Source: Makoto Lin / Office of the President (), CC BY 2.0, via Wikimedia Commons

What's going on with California Solar & Storage?

The California Solar & Storage Association reports that the fallout includes thousands of stalled projects, over 17,000 industry layoffs, and a wave of high-profile bankruptcies. While stronger players demonstrate some resilience, impacted homeowners and solar employees face prolonged uncertainty.

Which solar companies have lost a lot of staff last year?

Sign up here. Longi Green Energy (601012.SS), Trina Solar , Jinko Solar (688223.SS), JA Solar (002459.SZ), and Tongwei (600438.SS), collectively shed some 87,000 staff, or 31% of their workforces on average last year, according to a Reuters review of employment figures in public filings.

Are residential solar companies scaling back hiring and bracing for layoffs?

In particular, residential solar businesses are widely understood to be scaling back hiring and bracing for layoffs. Few formal announcements of employment curtailments have yet come to light, however, as some companies choose to quietly usher workers out the door.

Why have solar companies gone bankrupt?

Analysts say the cuts stem from layoffs, reduced hours, and pay cuts as firms battle a global glut—China produces twice as many solar panels annually as the world consumes. The downturn, which began in late 2023, worsened through 2024 and 2025. Over 40 solar companies have gone bankrupt, delisted, or been acquired since last year.