3 6 Ke·2025-04-29 07:52Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the challenges faced by three prominent women in the renewable energy sector who have recently taken over leadership roles in their respective family businesses during a downturn in the industry, highlighting their need to navigate both internal company dynamics and external geopolitical pressures [1][2]. Group 1: Company Leadership Transitions - Liu Shuqing became the leader of Tongwei Group in March 2023, but the company faced revenue and profit declines shortly after her appointment, leading to significant losses in the 2024 fiscal year [3]. - Jiang Anqi took over as the head of Tianqi Lithium after eight years of experience, but the company reported a loss of 7.9 billion in her first year, marking its worst performance in history [3]. - Gao Haichun, who has been involved in the photovoltaic industry since childhood, faced setbacks when plans for a subsidiary's IPO were halted, resulting in a valuation drop from 20 billion to 7 billion [3]. Group 2: Industry Challenges - The renewable energy sector is experiencing a downturn due to overcapacity, leading to price drops in both upstream materials and downstream products [2][4]. - The U.S. has imposed significant tariffs on Chinese photovoltaic products, with cumulative tariffs reaching 104% on solar products and 82.4% on lithium batteries, complicating the operational landscape for these companies [4]. Group 3: Strategic Responses - Companies are shifting their focus to overseas markets to mitigate the impact of U.S. tariffs, with Tongwei Group exploring opportunities in Australia and Mexico, while Tianqi Lithium aims to reduce its reliance on the U.S. market [5]. - The leadership of these companies is leveraging their international education backgrounds to facilitate global expansion and navigate complex trade environments [5]. - Despite the challenges, the companies maintain strong market positions and are expected to recover as they capitalize on technological innovations and cost advantages [6].