China and Clean Energy Innovation: Trade War, Technology Partner or Both?
Channel: TechPolicy
Date: 2011-11-24

China has become one of the top discussion topics among U.S. energy policy experts for its significant clean energy investments compared to the United States, but also its use of "green mercantilist" practices to gain greater market share.  Most recently, this issue has peaked due to their growing lead in manufacturing solar technologies and U.S. trade complaints. This panel will discuss the implications of China's clean energy strategy, the impact of Chinese "green mercantilist" practices on innovation, and potential role China could play in developing and commercializing innovative clean energy technologies globally.