Although lamestream news outlets are condemning president Trump's recent action on placing tariffs on solar panels & washing machines from China, this news is actually great for both America and the environment. Let me explain.
The superfreighter ships which transport goods from China, produce more pollution then all the automobiles in the world combined. Unlike most automobiles, these ships run on bunker oil, one of the dirtiest fuels, with no emmisions standards. This in conjunction with unregulated manufacturing processes in China has a negative impact on the environment. On a side note, Disney has built 3 new cruise ships, which run on natural gas (CNG), which is much cleaner burning.
By placing tariffs on goods from overseas, people in America will be incentivised to buy solar panels manufactured domestically from companies like Tesla, whose solar roof tiles are cheaper than traditional roof tiles. Trade deficits may be lowered or eliminated as well & more manufacturing jobs will be brought back to America.