| About this Abstract |
| Meeting |
2020 TMS Annual Meeting & Exhibition
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| Symposium
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Recycling of Secondary, Byproduct Materials and Energy
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| Presentation Title |
Recycling of Crystalline Silicon Solar (PV) Panels: Technological Challenges, Economical Feasibility and Environmental Impact |
| Author(s) |
Jan-Philipp Mai, Neda Resay, York R. Smith |
| On-Site Speaker (Planned) |
Jan-Philipp Mai |
| Abstract Scope |
Although solar silicon does not face any foreseeable limitations in terms of resource scarcity, recovery and recycling of solar silicon and other components from end-of-life (EOL) PV panels presents potential reductions in energy and environmental impact in the manufacturing of PV panels. In this presentation, we will discuss current technical challenges associated with the recovery of solar silicon and other components for recycling and review potential approaches to overcome such challenges. A brief discussion on the economic feasibility, potential energy savings, and environmental impacts is also presented. |
| Proceedings Inclusion? |
Planned: |