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市場調查報告書
商品編碼
1500315
全球太陽能板回收市場 2024-2031Global Solar Panel Recycling Market 2024-2031 |
預計在預測期內(2024-2031年)太陽能板回收市場將以 14.3%的年複合成長率顯著成長。市場成長歸因於越來越多採用含有矽太陽能電池的矽基光伏太陽能板,導致全球對太陽能板回收的需求增加。根據美國化學會統計,2022年5月,超過90.0%的光伏(PV)面板依賴晶體矽,壽命約30年。預測顯示,到2030年,800 萬噸此類面板將達到其使用壽命,到2050年,這一數字預計將達到 8,000 萬噸。
市場動態
Global Solar Panel Recycling Market Size, Share & Trends Analysis Report by Material (Glass, Plastic, Aluminum, Silicon, and Metals), by Product (Silicon Based PV, and Thin Film PV), and by Process (Thermal, Mechanical, Chemical, Combination, and Laser) Forecast Period (2024-2031)
The solar panel recycling market is anticipated to grow at a significant CAGR of 14.3% during the forecast period (2024-2031). The market growth is attributed to the increasing adoption of silicon-based PV solar panels containing silicon solar cells resulting in increased demand for solar panel recycling globally. According to the American Chemical Society, in May 2022, More than 90.0% of photovoltaic (PV) panels rely on crystalline silicon and have a life span of about 30 years. Forecasts suggest that 8.0 million metric tons of these panels will have reached the end of their working lives by 2030, a tally that is projected to reach 80.0 million tons by 2050.
Market Dynamics
Innovative Approaches to Solar PV Panel Recycling
Innovations in solar PV panel recycling are developing rapidly owing to the demand for sustainability and advanced technology. These inventive procedures, which use robotics and automation, make it possible to disassemble panels quickly and effectively, separating and recovering precious materials like silicon wafers, metals, and glass. This method is in line with the circular economy's tenets since it reduces waste and makes it easier to reuse and repurpose components. Moreover, chemical recycling solutions are growing more and more common as a viable method of disassembling solar PV panels into their parts. Valuable components like silicon and silver can be extracted by dissolving encapsulating materials using solvent-based methods and chemical baths.
Collaboration with Recycling Centers and Manufacturers
Collaboration between recycling facilities and manufacturers is essential for efficient recycling and sustainable product design. Partnerships make it easier to share expertise, dispose of waste properly, and create environmentally friendly products. Interacting with manufacturers also encourages creative recycling methods and extended producer responsibility. To create efficient recycling systems and promote eco-friendly designs, cooperation between installers, manufacturers, legislators, and recyclers is essential. Adopting these principles ensures the longevity and environmental integrity of solar energy solutions and creates a more sustainable, greener planet.
Market Segmentation
Silicon Based PV is Projected to Hold as the Largest Segment
The primary factors supporting the growth include increasing scrapped Si-based photovoltaic (PV) panels. The rapid development of the photovoltaic (PV) industry has led to increasing emissions of silicon-based solid (SIBS) waste. According to the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems ISE, in February 2022, around ten thousand tons of silicon in discarded photovoltaic modules end up on the recycling market annually in Germany. This figure rise to several hundred thousand tons per year by 2029. Researchers from the Fraunhofer Center for Silicon Photovoltaics CSP and the Fraunhofer Institute for Solar Energy Systems ISE together with the largest German recycling company for PV modules, Reiling GmbH & Co. KG, have developed a solution, in which the silicon in the discarded modules was recycled on an industrial scale and reused to produce new passivated emitter and rear contact (PERC) solar cells.
Glass Sub-segment to Hold a Considerable Market Share
The majority of a solar panel's weight is made up of glass, which accounts for 75.0% of the weight of solar panels and other solar power system components. The glass recycling industry is already well-established. Glass cullet is a raw material for processing, or synthetic silica sand in place of natural sand that is rounded at the corners. A standard panel is composed of several parts, the first of which is an aluminum alloy frame with a layer of tempered glass placed on top. Two sheets of ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) with the semiconductor (Al) included make the following layer. The bottom, or the standard white plastic back sheet of solar modules, comes last.
The global solar panel recycling market is further segmented based on geography including North America (the US, and Canada), Europe (UK, Italy, Spain, Germany, France, and the Rest of Europe), Asia-Pacific (India, China, Japan, South Korea, and Rest of Asia-Pacific), and the Rest of the World (the Middle East & Africa, and Latin America).
Increasing Demand for Solar Panel Recycling in Europe
North America Holds Major Market Share
Among all the regions, North America holds a significant share owing to numerous prominent solar panel recycling companies such as Canadian Solar Inc., First Solar, Inc., We Recycle Solar, and solar panel recycling providers in the region. The growth is mainly attributed to the increasing adoption of crystalline-silicon solar technology for recycling solar panels with an aluminum frame, glass, copper wire, polymer layers, back sheet, silicon solar cells, and a plastic junction box. Many of these components can be recycled. Glass composes most of the weight of a solar panel and glass recycling is already a well-established industry. According to the US Environment Protection Agency (EPA), in June 2023, by 2030, the cumulative value of recoverable raw materials from end-of-life panels globally will be about $450.0 million, which is equivalent to the cost of raw materials currently needed to produce about 60.0 million new panels. Diverting solar panels from landfills to recycling saves space in landfills in addition to capturing the value of the raw materials.
The major companies serving the global solar panel recycling market include Aurubis AG, Canadian Solar Inc., First Solar, Inc., Sharp Corp., and Veolia Environnement S.A. among others. The market players are increasingly focusing on business expansion and product development by applying strategies such as collaborations, mergers, and acquisitions to stay competitive in the market. For instance, in April 2024, Sol Systems and SOLARCYCLE collaborated to recycle solar panels, ensuring greener solar solutions. The collaboration has already successfully executed two work orders on distinct projects, demonstrating Sol Systems' commitment to addressing the environmental impact of solar panel disposal. Further, in February 2024, Collect and Recycle launched the solar panel recycling service. The new recycling service for businesses looking to dispose of solar panels. The team collects bulk quantities of solar panels nationwide, offering businesses an efficient and environmentally sound service to recycle their waste. The solar panel recycling service is designed to support businesses in responsibly managing their end-of-life solar panels in the UK.