🎒17% US Pre-K Enrollment Drop. Asia's Solar Capacity Up 20%. China's Silicon Wafer Production.
Chart of the Day #151 looks at Primary Enrollments, Solar Energy, and Silicon Wafers
According to a recent report, 13 EU member states generated more energy from wind and solar power than coal and gas for the first time in 2024. According to a recent report, global silicon wafer shipments grew 7.1% from the previous quarter in the second quarter of 2024.
Today's Topics
🎒 Pre-K Enrollments. US pre-primary enrollments dropped 17% During COVID
🌞 Solar Energy. Asia's solar capacity increased by 20% YoY in 2022
🏿 Silicon Wafers. 41% growth in China's silicon wafer production
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🎒US Pre-Primary Enrollments Dropped 17% During COVID
US pre-primary school enrollment declined sharply from over 8.6M in 2019 to 7.2 million in 2020, a 17% drop due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Enrollment began to recover in 2021, reflecting a gradual return to normalcy and increased confidence in safety measures within educational institutions. The recovery trend indicates a resurgence in early childhood education as pandemic-related disruptions ease.
🌞 Asia’s Solar Capacity increased by 20% YoY in 2022
Asia's solar energy capacity experienced significant growth, rising from around 200 GW in 2018 to over 600 GW in 2022. This growth represents a year-on-year increase of over 20% in 2022 alone. The increase is driven by extensive investment in renewable energy, government policies promoting clean energy, and technological advancements reducing the cost of solar installations.
🏿 41% Growth in China’s Silicon Wafer Production
In 2021, China's silicon wafer production increased by 41% year-over-year, reaching over 220 GW. This significant increase is attributed to rising global demand for photovoltaic cells, government support for renewable energy, and advancements in manufacturing technology. This growth shows China's role in the global silicon wafer supply chain.
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