The degradation of solar photovoltaic (PV) modules is caused by a number of factors that have an impact on their effectiveness, performance, and lifetime. One of the reasons contributing to the decline in solar PV performance is the aging issue.
This practice reduces the environmental impact associated with solar module disposal while reclaiming valuable materials, thus promoting the circular economy and securing the enduring sustainability of solar energy as a clean power source .
A proper strategy for the sustainable management of waste produced by solar PV cells should be created to maximize resource recovery and reduce the impact on the environment. The authors declare that they have no known competing financial interests or personal relationships that could have appeared to influence the work reported in this paper.
Recycling PV systems at the end of their useful life adds to the environmental benefits and can further enhance market support. Also recycling answers public concerns about hazardous materials in PV modules which can create barriers to market penetration. The feasibility of collection and recycling of spent PV modules is explored in this paper. 2.
The initial phase of solar cell recycling involves the collection and transportation of used panels to recycling facilities. Upon arrival, panels undergo careful disassembly, and various components such as glass, metals, and semiconductors are sorted and separated .
The main cause for solar panel degradation due to back-sheet failure is the delamination of the backsheet or the formation of cracks in the material. When the backsheet fails, the inner components of solar panels are exposed to external agents, and the lifespan of PV modules is reduced.
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