New Center in Breckenridge, Texas reinforces commitment to sustainability
and improving industry recycling standards
SALISBURY,
N.C., May 23, 2024 /PRNewswire/ --
SolarPanelRecycling.com, a leader in the sustainable energy sector,
opens its new recycling center to meet increasing demand for the
full recovery and reuse of all solar equipment material, including
panels, inverters, cabling, and batteries. The 300 MW center, owned
and operated by SolarPanelRecycling.com, marks a significant
milestone in the company's mission to raise the industry's
recycling standards and promote environmental stewardship. With
plans to open additional local recycling facilities through 2026 to
service more regions, this new facility is part of the company's
expansion throughout the U.S.
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As the solar energy market matures and more
systems are reaching end of life, there is a growing need for
responsible and efficient recycling solutions for solar panels and
equipment, vital components in the global transition towards clean
energy. Equipped with state-of-the-art technology that fully
extracts all materials for reuse, the new facility, strategically
located in Breckenridge, Texas to
minimize the carbon footprint of transportation from farm to
facility, will serve as a central hub for solar panel recycling
operations in Texas and
surrounding states.
"As the world embraces the shift towards
renewable energy sources, it's imperative that we hold our industry
to a higher standard than our oil and gas predecessors when it
comes to environmental impact and recycling," said Brett Henderson, CEO of SolarPanelRecycling.com.
"We simply cannot, as an industry, choose to landfill solar
equipment all the while pushing for clean energy support. That's
why we provide a comprehensive solution for the lifecycle
management of the entire solar energy system, ensuring that every
single valuable resource has a second life."
The facility employs advanced recycling
techniques to recover valuable materials, including, but not
limited to silicon, glass, and metals, from decommissioned solar
panels, diverting them from landfills and reintroducing them into
the production cycle, creating a true circular economy. By
extending the lifespan of these materials, SolarPanelRecycling.com
minimizes waste and the ecological footprint of solar energy
systems.
The new center will also serve as a knowledge hub
for research and development initiatives focused on advancing the
recycling processes and sustainability standards for the solar
industry. Collaborations with academic institutions, industry
partners, and government agencies will further enhance the
company's capabilities in driving innovation and creating a
circular economy.
"Sustainability is not just a business imperative
but a moral obligation," added Henderson. "With our growing
infrastructure and deep technological expertise, we are ideally
positioned to lead the solar industry recycling effort and
together, make an even more meaningful contribution to the
transition towards a greener, more sustainable future."
As the latest facility in the company's growing
portfolio, this new Texas facility
becomes the fourth domestic processing and receiving plant, joining
two locations in North Carolina
and one in Georgia.
Currently, SolarPanelRecycling.com's national facilities can
collectively process a GW of solar equipment. For more information
about the company and its services, including recycling,
transportation, palletizing, decommissioning and more, visit
SolarPanelRecycling.com.
About SolarPanelRecycling.com
SolarPanelRecycling.com is a North Carolina-based company specializing in
the recycling and sustainable management of end-of-life solar
panels. With a focus on environmental stewardship and technological
innovation, SolarPanelRecycling.com offers comprehensive solutions
for the disposal and repurposing of photovoltaic modules,
contributing to the advancement of a circular economy in the
renewable energy sector.
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