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Bio-sourced materials for producing new PV modules

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: The recycling of silicon is one crucial aspect of the Resilex project, however, project partners are also exploring new ways to reduce the carbon footprint of PV panels’ production. This can be achieved by substituting parts of the photovoltaic module with bio-based or low environmental impact materials, specifically, these parts are:• The front sheet.• The encapsulant, a transparent layer that protects and bonds the cells together.• The backsheet, which protects the rear of the module, or the rear glass.• The frame, which provides structural support.

Source: Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.15855566

Author: ETA FLORENCE RENEWABLE ENERGIES

Language: English

Topic: Photovoltaic Systems and Sustainability

Subfield: Environmental Engineering

Field: Environmental Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Responsible consumption and production, Affordable and clean energy

Open Access status: green

Funder: European Commission

Award: Resilient Enhancement for the Silicon Industry Leveraging the European matriX