Multi-dimensional Analysis of the Current Status and Challenges of Retired Photovoltaic Module Recycling Under the Low-carbon Target

Key Points

• The aim is to review the recycling processes of retired photovoltaic modules to address environmental challenges.
• Conducted a systematic review of silicon-based photovoltaic recycling technologies.
• Analyzed efficient separation and high-value resource recovery techniques.
• Assessed current policies and carbon accounting challenges in the photovoltaic recycling industry.
• Highlighted the balance of cost and efficiency in the combined physical and pyrolysis processing methods.
• Identified high-pressure pulse separation and smart sorting as promising green technologies.
• Discussed the slow implementation of recycling technologies and insufficient regulatory frameworks.