Photovoltaic Recycling

This lecture discusses the recycling process of photovoltaic panels, focusing on the increasing waste generated by the fast-growing solar energy market. It covers the structure of PV cells, the challenges of waste management, and the detailed steps involved in the recycling process, including mechanical and electrostatic separation techniques. The lecture also explores the lack of profitability in PV recycling, the European Union's regulations on PV waste management, and the role of industry management waste programs in facilitating recycling. It concludes by highlighting the importance of mandatory recycling practices and the need for efficient PV waste disposal methods.