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SUMMARY OF PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTING POLICIES - Other operating income, net (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2021 | Dec. 31, 2020 | Dec. 31, 2019
Revenue recognition: |  |  |
Gain on disposal of solar power systems | $ (10,091) |  | $ (1,666)
Net (gain) loss on disposal of property, plant and equipment | 83 | $ (253) | 1,227
(Insurance claims on) weather-related project damages | 1,408 | (1,025) |
Other operating income, net | (47,068) | (25,523) | (10,536)
Government grants |  |  |
Revenue recognition: |  |  |
Other operating income, net | $ (38,468) | $ (24,245) | $ (10,097)

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