Core Viewpoint - The article discusses the increasing green trade barriers imposed by Western countries, which pose systemic challenges to China's industries such as renewable energy and steel, under the guise of environmental protection [1][2]. Group 1: Green Trade Barriers - The green trade barriers from the US and EU are becoming systematic, standardized, and refined, with significant policies like the US Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) mandating that by 2029, 100% of electric vehicle battery components must be assembled in North America [2]. - The EU's battery regulations require foreign batteries to establish a "battery passport" by 2025, disclosing extensive information about material sources and carbon footprints, which raises compliance costs and risks of technology leakage [2]. - The Carbon Border Adjustment Mechanism (CBAM) will impose import taxes on high-carbon products starting in 2025 for the US and 2026 for the EU, increasing export costs for Chinese products, with estimated cost increases of 652 to 690 RMB per ton of steel, leading to a 15% to 20% decrease in price competitiveness [2]. Group 2: Strategic Response - Companies should adopt a proactive approach to address these barriers through a four-phase strategy: deconstructing current policies, responding to immediate challenges, resolving mid-term issues, and achieving long-term breakthroughs [3][7]. - In the short term, companies can seek new regional markets or product directions to avoid direct impacts from green trade barriers, such as establishing blockchain supply chain traceability platforms [4]. - In the mid-term, companies can invest in local production facilities in target markets to mitigate the impact of carbon tariffs, as seen with Longi Green Energy's factory in Ohio benefiting from tax credits [5]. Group 3: Long-term Strategies - In the long term, companies should focus on developing low-carbon technologies and circular processes to enhance their global competitiveness in green products [6]. - Establishing mutual recognition of environmental certifications between China and the EU can help meet carbon footprint accounting requirements [6]. - Companies should aim to lead the formulation of international green technology standards, leveraging their technological advantages in sectors like renewable energy and electric vehicles [6][7].
面对绿色贸易壁垒高筑,我国企业如何主动重构国际竞争力?