Novel Approaches to Recycling Silicon Cells Glass Aluminum and Plastic in Photovoltaic Panels: An Integrated Recycling Framework

The increasing adoption of photovoltaic (PV) panels as a sustainable energy source has created a pressing need for effective recycling plans to handle the panels end-of-life concerns. This paper presents a thorough and innovative review for recycling silicon cells, glass, aluminum, and plastic-the primary components of photovoltaic panels. This study focuses on creating sustainable solutions to improperly dispose of PV panels. The proposed framework includes cutting-edge technologies for the disassembly and separation of PV panel components. The study also examines cutting-edge techniques for glass recovery and purification, tackling the difficulties posed by the variety of glass compositions used in solar modules. The suggested recycling framework’s environmental performance is assessed using life cycle assessment techniques and contrasted with traditional end-of-life scenarios. The research results provide significant contributions to the field of sustainable energy technologies by providing a comprehensive method for recycling photovoltaic panels, encouraging a circular economy in the solar sector, and addressing the urgent need for responsible photovoltaic system end-of-life management.