SMRTR Science & EngineeringFeb 21, 2025Interesting Engineering

US firm’s automated tech recovers 99.3% of solar panel materials, sets new standard

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A California company, PV Circonomy, has developed automated technology that recovers 99.3% of materials from discarded solar panels, setting a new standard for recycling. The system processes one panel per minute, potentially handling 10,000 tons annually, and uses AI and machine learning to separate components for reuse in concrete, footwear, and other applications.

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