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The official website of China's Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) recently announced the release of the "Regulations for the Photovoltaic Manufacturing Industry (Draft for Comments)"—commonly referred to as the "Conditions." This initiative aims to address the disorderly growth that has plagued China's photovoltaic (PV) industry in recent years. The MIIT emphasized that these regulations are developed in alignment with the State Council’s "Several Opinions on Promoting the Healthy Development of the PV Industry" and other relevant national laws and policies.
Industry experts have pointed out that the rapid expansion of the PV sector over the past few years has led to significant overcapacity, inefficiency, and environmental concerns. As a result, the sector now faces a critical juncture where regulatory intervention is necessary to ensure sustainable development.
The "Conditions" will be implemented immediately upon publication and will be periodically revised based on industry progress and macroeconomic control needs. These regulations cover various aspects, including production layout, project establishment, production scale, technological processes, resource utilization, energy consumption, environmental protection, quality management, and supervision. They apply to both existing and new PV manufacturers, covering the entire supply chain—from silicon ingot production and wafer slicing to cell manufacturing and module assembly.
Under the new rules, photovoltaic enterprises must comply with strict guidelines when applying for support, such as export tax rebates and domestic application subsidies. Non-compliant companies may face restrictions or exclusion from government-backed programs.
In terms of project establishment, the "Conditions" emphasize limiting unnecessary capacity expansion. New projects aimed at innovation and cost reduction must be registered with the MIIT and investment authorities. Additionally, new or renovated PV projects require a minimum capital ratio of 20%.
Regarding production scale, the regulations set specific thresholds: polysilicon projects must produce more than 3,000 tons annually; silicon ingot production must reach at least 1,000 tons per year; and silicon wafer output should exceed 50 million units. Projects must also meet at least 50% of their capacity requirements in the previous year.
Technological standards are also raised under the "Conditions." Manufacturers must have independent R&D centers or provincial-level high-tech enterprises, with annual R&D spending not less than 3% of sales or 10 million yuan. Conversion efficiency targets are also set: existing polycrystalline and monocrystalline cells must achieve at least 16% and 17%, respectively, while components must reach 14.5% and 15.5%. For new projects, the efficiency requirements are even higher, with polycrystalline and monocrystalline cells needing at least 18% and 20%, respectively.
Energy consumption limits are also specified, with existing polysilicon projects required to consume less than 80 kWh/kg for power reduction and 140 kWh/kg overall. New projects must stay below 60 kWh/kg and 100 kWh/kg, respectively.
Quality and durability standards are reinforced, requiring PV modules to have a service life of at least 25 years and a warranty period of no less than 10 years.
Finally, the MIIT will conduct inspections, publish lists of compliant enterprises, and perform random market checks to ensure ongoing compliance. Enterprises seeking approval must submit detailed applications through provincial industrial departments, and those failing to meet the "Conditions" will be encouraged to undergo upgrades through mergers, acquisitions, or technological improvements.
This comprehensive regulatory framework marks a significant step toward a more structured and sustainable photovoltaic industry in China.
Changzhou Yingda New Material Co., Ltd , https://www.yingdaspc.com