🚨 The Solar Boom’s Next Big Challenge: What Do We Do with End-of-Life Panels? At the upcoming Solarplaza Summit Asset Management Europe, industry experts are gearing up to tackle one of the most pressing challenges in the solar world: what happens to solar panels once they’ve reached the end of their lifecycle? 🔍🤔 During the panel discussion on “Recycling, Revamping, and Repowering,” Jan-Philipp Mai will dive into a critical topic—how we can recover valuable raw materials through the recycling of end-of-life solar panels. It’s not just about responsibly managing waste; it's about turning old solar panels into a resource for the future. 🌱♻️ ⏳ As Europe’s solar assets continue to age, this discussion couldn’t come at a better time. The panel will explore practical solutions like post-warranty repairs, repowering strategies, and—most excitingly—the real potential of recycling to boost the circular economy. If you're interested in how we can maximize the life of our solar infrastructure and ensure these systems contribute to a sustainable energy future long after their initial run, this discussion is a must-see. Plus, you might just learn how your old solar panels could be transformed into tomorrow’s energy assets. 🌞✨ #SolarRecycling #CircularEconomy #AssetManagement #RepoweringTheFuture
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