PV Recycling, a company specialising in solar panel recycling, has designed a recycling process that minimises carbon emissions, increases employment, and ensures that all recovered materials are reintegrated into the manufacturing cycle.
By developing a specialised recycling line that emphasises human labour over machinery, PV Recycling has reduced its dependence on CO2-intensive equipment.
According to the company, this method not only lowers the carbon footprint but also creates valuable job opportunities, boosting local economies and fostering more sustainable communities.
Russell Greig-Bartram, director of PV Recycling, says: “Our objective was to address the growing challenge of solar panel recycling in a way that aligns with our commitment to sustainability and social responsibility.
“By increasing human involvement and reducing reliance on energy-intensive machinery, we’ve developed a process that benefits both the environment and the economy.”
PV Recycling offers a comprehensive recycling solution that covers the entire lifecycle of solar energy systems, processing inverters, batteries, cables, and hazardous waste. Therefore all components are responsibly recycled and reintegrated as feedstock in the manufacturing chain.
The company aims to provide a holistic solution for the end-of-life management of solar energy products, ensuring that all materials are recycled and reused, thereby reducing waste and conserving valuable resources.
As the solar industry continues to expand rapidly, the need for responsible end-of-life management of solar products becomes increasingly critical. A larger emphasis is being put on growing renewable energy in a way that does not lead to increased waste or resource depletion.
