Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Recycling and Reuse Program
Submitter: Laura Barnes
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https://hdl.handle.net/2142/108969
Description
Title
Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Recycling and Reuse Program
Issue Date
2020-11
Keyword(s)
Solar panels -- Illinois -- Recycling
Solar photovoltaics -- Illinois -- Recycling
Circular economy
Reuse
Geographic Coverage
Illinois
Abstract
As is common with fast-growing markets, little thought has been given until recently to end-of-life disposal considerations for solar modules. Currently, solar disposal makes up only a small percentage of the number being installed, and the majority of disposal presently in the U.S. is due to damage to the panels during transportation and installation or from severe weather events.
The design life of a solar module is 30 years. In the next 5-10 years, states will begin to see a sharp spike in the number of modules that will need to be reused or recycled. Solutions include:
Early engagement on module takeback models with national, state, and local stakeholders
Feedback loops with public utilities and contractors for resource and system planning
Consideration for impacts on landfills, collection and transportation for reuse, recycling, and secondary material markets
Education and outreach to businesses & communities
Publisher
Champaign, IL : Illinois Sustainable Technology Center
Series/Report Name or Number
TN Series (Illinois Sustainable Technology Center) ; 20-139
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