In order to recycle solar modules in line with the circular economy, Meyer Burger Technology AG has concluded a cooperation agreement with LuxChemtech GmbH. Under the agreement, a large proportion of the waste generated in PV production will be recycled and returned to the material cycle.
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To this end, a new plant has recently been commissioned at LuxChemtech in Freiberg, eastern Germany. This plant is also suitable for the complete dismantling of solar modules and cells. Moreover, a demonstration plant for processing solar modules in Tangermünde, Saxony-Anhalt, is scheduled for commissioning in 2024.
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The cooperation agreement stipulates that Meyer Burger will provide residues from PV production such as glass, foils, aluminum, and cell fractures. LuxChemtech processes these and recovers valuable materials such as silicon and silver. These are then returned to the value cycle. (mfo)
