God-level Trader of Rebirth

Chapter 486 Find a way to go it alone

Just kidding, let alone the power station that covers 1,250 square kilometers, even if it is 100 square kilometers, the country cannot spend that much money at once.

If their technology can achieve a breakthrough a year earlier, this project will definitely be included in the four trillion plan.

Great support.

But now, the funds have been divided into various departments and localities, and the funds are earmarked for special purposes.

How can we still have the money to undertake such a big project?

The representative from the Department of Energy returned to the room and stared at the huge number for several hours without moving his eyes.

He finally understood why foreign solar technology has developed so fast, but until now, solar power generation has not been popularized on a large scale.

However, the Northern California Solar Company only charges 2.5 cents per kilowatt-hour of electricity, which is ten times cheaper than the current lowest cost of thermal power generation.

But for this solar cell array, which is the closest to practicality and scale in history, the total investment is so large that even a powerful country cannot afford it.

This is really scary.

He stared at the numbers above for a long time, and his brain ached badly.

What to do now?

Back then, I tried my best to invite people over from the United States.

The other party also came with sincerity. Taking into account our national conditions, they spent another eight years making technical improvements and reducing component costs again and again.

Now it has taken the initiative to reduce the construction cost of US$2.7 million to US$ million. It is estimated that all the water that can be squeezed out has been squeezed out.

If it drops further, they will doubt whether the service quality can be guaranteed.

The principle that you get what you pay for applies to all the world.

But why is this number so huge?

Last year, the country's total fiscal revenue was only 6.2 trillion.

In order to build a solar power station, we cannot ask the people of the country to tighten their belts and invest one-third of their fiscal revenue in the construction of the power station.

Education, medical care, national defense construction, and social security. Investments are indispensable every year.

Even if the number was less than half, he would dare to bite the bullet and submit the contract to give the financial department a headache.

Now, he just doesn't have the courage to report it.

There is no need to talk about it!

What should I do, say sorry to the other party, treat them to good food and drinks, and then ask them to go back and study for a few more years to reduce the cost?

Isn’t this nonsense!

It is not a state-owned enterprise, but a purely commercial company!

He thought for a long time and realized one thing.

Those large consortiums that tried their best to bring down the Northern California company did not want to develop solar energy immediately, but saw that the cost of this new solar cell was less than one-tenth of other batteries.

I just want to capture this technology.

It seems that although solar energy has unlimited prospects, if it is to be truly popular, the cost needs to be doubled!

It took a long time for Energy Department negotiators to decide to report the situation.

No matter what happens, at least give the other party an explanation.

The higher-ups will definitely not agree to this construction plan. In the end, I will probably have to be the villain myself.

"1.8 billion per square kilometer?" A relaxed voice came from the other end of the phone, "The cost is not low! Is there any negotiation on this price?"

The negotiator smiled bitterly and said: "The other party has already done its utmost to be benevolent and righteous!"

"Our experts have looked at it. If we really want to build a solar power station using our own technology, the price will increase at least ten times!"

"So high?" The other end of the phone was also startled. After a moment of silence, he asked: "How much electricity can a square kilometer of solar power station generate? How many square kilometers must be built to meet the needs of Guangdong, Jiangsu, Zhejiang, and the East China Sea?" What are the power needs of other places?”

The negotiator's mouth was bitter, he made some calculations in his mind, and said uncertainly: "The preliminary calculation will not be less than 1,200 square kilometers, and there will be an area left for personnel to enter and exit for maintenance, so the actual number will be more than 100 square kilometers. Thirty-thirds."

"Bang!"

He heard the sound of something falling to the ground and breaking on the other end of the phone. Then, there was no sound for seven or eight minutes.

He was not surprised at all. He had been in a daze just now. When he came to his senses and looked at the time, half an hour had passed.

On the other end of the phone, he can understand even if he hangs up the phone directly.

Because this is purely an international joke! "Well, you ask the other party to walk around more and see more of the places of interest and the like. Invite them to go around and treat them to delicious food and drinks. When it's over, you can explain it clearly to them."

"If you still want to stay here, keep everything as usual. If you want to leave, just send them away politely. Do you understand?"

Just when he started to lose focus, his familiar voice came from the other end of the phone.

"Understood! I will arrange it."

A few seconds before the phone was put down, the negotiator heard a vague voice: "Play the piano randomly! Whoever invited them here in the first place is not happy about it. This is not nonsense."

The negotiator from the Ministry of Energy took out a handkerchief and wiped the sweat from his forehead, thinking hard about how to make these foreigners "return satisfied."

In the following days, the Department of Energy's negotiating delegation never mentioned the term "solar power station" again. They just accompanied the board members of the Northern California Solar Company on a tour across the country.

In addition, they are also thinking about how to tactfully tell each other that inviting them over was just a beautiful misunderstanding.

Everyone was very nervous, wondering if the people from the Northern California Solar Energy Company would be angry.

Even if the other party curses loudly, they will never say a word back.

Who made them so fascinated by the new energy that could replace oil that they invited the other party over without first counting their own wallets?

Members of the board of directors of Northern California Solar Company approached them several times and wanted to talk in detail, but they were avoided.

Everything is handed over to the Foreign Affairs Bureau and they are responsible for taking care of it.

Finally, it was inevitable, and the representative of the Ministry of Energy who was responsible for the reception said helplessly: "Mr. Thomas, let me tell you the truth, the cost of 17.8 billion yuan per square kilometer is indeed very cheap."

"However, even such a low cost is not something we can afford now."

"Not only us, I think the United States is so rich that it is difficult to bear such a high price, so we can only regret it."

"I already guessed it!"

Thomas, the chairman of the board of directors, interrupted him and said hurriedly: "We all know this price. Small-scale construction should be considered very cheap, but no country can afford large-scale investment at once."

The representative of the Ministry of Energy breathed a sigh of relief. The worries he had felt during this period were finally over.

It would be best if the other party could understand this, and it would save him from having to rack his brains to figure out how to explain.

However, what they did was indeed unethical. Letting people go back with nothing is not the way to treat guests.

They are avoiding it these days and are thinking of other solutions.

He held Thomas's hand tightly and said with great emotion: "Thank you for understanding our difficulties. We are also trying to find a way out for your company these days."

"In the end, it finally fulfilled its mission. After we made the connection and the Ministry of Construction contacted domestic real estate developers, many developers expressed great interest."

"Oh? Are you talking about real estate?" Mr. Thomas didn't seem to be very eager and responded just out of politeness.

"Yes! In terms of real estate, there are many new communities that are very interested in this new energy. They hope to install solar power generation equipment in the communities."

"Solar energy is low-cost, clean and environmentally friendly. I believe many residents will support it."

The representative of the Ministry of Energy turned a blind eye to his coldness and said to himself.

No matter how unhappy the other party is, he can only go so far.

Moreover, he was right. There are indeed many real estate developers who are very interested in solar power generation.

Powered by solar energy and enjoying ultra-low electricity bills, this is a good gimmick. Although the scope of application is a bit narrow, Northern California solar companies can always use this to gain a foothold in China and slowly expand the market.

Thomas forced a smile: "It seems that we have gone round and round and are back to our old business."

“Back then, we made a living by installing solar energy equipment in our communities. Now that we have come to China, we have gone back to the old path.”

"Hahahaha! As the saying goes, nothing changes in the world!" The negotiator from the Ministry of Energy laughed dryly and left in a hurry.

When he turned around, Thomas suddenly stopped him: "Mr. Wang! If our company plans to build an independent solar power station in China, can you provide convenience for us?"

"Ok?"

The representative from the Department of Energy took a step forward and stopped.

He turned around slowly and said in surprise:

"Mr. Thomas, you said that your company plans to build a solar power station independently?"