End-of-life solar panels disposal ways: Repair, recycle and reuse
With the rapid growth of the solar industry, more and more solar panels are reaching the end of their useful life. Throwing them into landfills? Big mistake. Solar panels are packed with glass, silicon, silver, and aluminum—precious resources that shouldn't be wasted! Worse still, burning or dumping them releases toxins into the soil and air. Proper disposal not only helps efficiently utilize resources but also reduces the burden on the environment. This article will introduce three common ways to dispose of end-of-life solar panels: repair, recycling, and reuse. 1. Repair: Fix, Don't Replace! Don't throw away an entire solar panel because of a minor malfunction! Sometimes, only one part may be faulty, such as a cracked cell or frayed wiring. If the solar panel is not severely damaged, it may still be repairable. Professional repair techniques can replace damaged cells, repair wiring, and clean the panel surface, restoring the panel to normal operation. Repair n...