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The research investigates the impact of technical standards on the export performance of China's renewable energy sector.

March 5, 2026Sustainable FuturesOpen Access

Technical standards and renewable energy exports: Governance pathways for sustainable futures

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The research investigates the impact of technical standards on the export performance of China's renewable energy sector.
Analyzed panel data from 87 countries and 81 product categories from 2005 to 2021.
Constructed a novel HS–ICS mapping of renewable energy standards.
Applied an extended gravity model to assess trade impacts.
Higher renewable energy-related standards correlate with increased exports from China to developed markets.
Excessive or fragmented standards may increase compliance costs and hinder trade performance.
Standards influence trade through technology upgrading and institutional signaling, showcasing a dual governance role.

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Empirical analysis examines how technical standards affect trade performance in China's renewable energy sector.

Yang et al. (2026) studied this question.

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