Work

Final project brochure

Year: 2025

Type: article

Abstract: ICARUS set out to transform upstream processing residues rich in high purity silicon and its embedded energy into valuable secondary raw materials. The project demonstrated modular and industrial scale processing solutions capable of recovering up to 95% of high value materials from silicon ingot and wafer manufacturing for photovoltaic applications. By applying eco-efficient processing, refining, and transformation of industrial silicon, graphite, and silica residues, ICARUS supports a more sustainable and resource efficient PV value chain.

Source: Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)

DOI: 10.5281/zenodo.17746772

Authors: Lenain, Philippe, Bellmann, Martin

Institution: SINTEF

Language: English

Topic: Photovoltaic Systems and Sustainability

Subfield: Environmental Engineering

Field: Environmental Science

Domain: Physical Sciences

SDGs: Responsible consumption and production, Industry, innovation and infrastructure

Open Access status: green

Funder: European Commission