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Recycling Solar PV Modules: Techniques, Challenges, Policy, and Environmental Impact

Authors

Dr. Md. Shahariar Chowdhury, Dr. Chinhua Chia

Publisher

Elsevier

Publication Date

November 2026

This book provides a comprehensive overview of solar photovoltaic (PV) module recycling, covering technologies, challenges, policy frameworks, and environmental impacts. It explores the lifecycle of solar panels, recycling techniques, regulatory considerations, and the economic dimensions of sustainable energy systems. Designed for researchers, engineers, policymakers, and advanced students, the book offers valuable insights into solar PV end-of-life management and circular economy approaches.

Language

English

Extent

~300 PP.

ISBN

0443338477

Related Publications

The project builds on a strong foundation of research in solar photovoltaic (PV) systems, recycling technologies, and sustainability.

Review Paper

An overview of solar photovoltaic panels’ end-of-life material recycling.

Chowdhury, M.S., Rahman, K.S., Chowdhury, T., Nuthammachot, N., Techato, K., Akhtaruzzaman, M., Tiong, S.K., Sopian, K., & Amin, N. (2020).

Energy Strategy Reviews, 27, 100431.

Original Research

Effect of deep-level defect density in perovskite solar cells using SCAPS-1D.

Chowdhury, M.S., Shahahmadi, S.A., Chelvanathan, P., Tiong, S.K., Amin, N., Techato, K., Nuthammachot, N., Chowdhury, T., & Suklueng, M. (2020).

Results in Physics, 16, 102839.

Economic Analysis

The effect of retail electricity price levels on rooftop solar systems in Vietnam.

Lan, T.T., Jirakiattikul, S., Chowdhury, M.S., Ali, D., Niem, L.D., & Techato, K. (2020).

Sustainability, 12(21), 9209.

Green Chemistry

Recovery of FTO coated glass via environmentally friendly recycling of perovskite solar cells.

Chowdhury, M.S., Rahman, K.S., Selvanathan, V., Hasan, A.M., Jamal, M.S., Samsudin, N.A., Akhtaruzzaman, M., Amin, N., & Techato, K. (2021).

RSC Advances, 11(24), 14534–14541.

Experimental

Efficient laboratory recycling of perovskite solar cells using one-step chemical treatment.

Le Khac, D., Chowdhury, M.S., Najm, A.S., Luengchavanon, M., Holi, A.M., Jamal, M.S., Chia, C.H., Techato, K., & Selvanathan, V. (2024).

Solar Energy, 267, 112214.

Machine Learning

Building-integrated photovoltaics forecasting: Machine learning models for irradiance and power.

Mahalingam, S., Manap, A., Chowdhury, M.S., Afandi, N., Arith, F. and Nugroho, A., 2026.

Eng. App. Artificial Intelligence, 163, p.113115.

Social Study

Linking Attitude and Knowledge of Solar Panel Disposal Among Thai Youth.

Current Research Focus: Behavioral Impact and Environmental Literacy.

Regional Symposium

Health Policy

Exploring Health Risks of Solar PV Waste: A Study in Indonesian Students′ Knowledge and Practices.

Prasetya, T.A.E., Al Mamun, A., Wardani, R.W.K., Sumardiko, D.S., Sukkhum, S., Pengsakul, T. and Chowdhury, S., 2026.

International Journal of Photoenergy

Media Coverage

The project and related research have received international media attention, highlighting contributions to solar PV recycling and sustainable energy development.