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Recycled glass gives solar panels high-performance, makes them work like new

Aman Tripathi August 02, 2025 3 min read
Interesting Engineering
Recycled glass gives solar panels high-performance, makes them work like new
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A recent study by SOLARCYCLE and Arizona State University found that solar panels made with 50% recycled glass perform as efficiently as those made with new glass. This breakthrough supports the creation of a sustainable supply chain in the renewable energy industry by reducing waste and enhancing solar production sustainability. SOLARCYCLE plans to open a solar glass factory in Georgia to utilize recycled materials for building new panels. The company also aims to establish a massive recycling plant to further improve solar panel sustainability.