Trans-Theft of Solar Photovoltaic Panels: Emerging Threats and Mitigation Strategies
Solar photovoltaic (PV) panel theft has surged 240% globally since 2022, according to the 2024 Renewable Energy Security Report. Just last month, Chinese authorities recovered ¥600,000 ($84,000) worth of stolen panels in Hainan Province alone . But why are these silicon slabs becoming the new target for organized crime?
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