Advanced Technology for Recycling Photovoltaic Panels
Using Low-Temperature Thermal Decomposition

Since 2019, Tokuyama has been jointly developing a recycling technology with the New Energy and Industrial Technology Development Organization (NEDO) to address the expected surge in waste photovoltaic panels.
This collaboration led to the establishment of a low-temperature thermal decomposition technology that enables high-quality separation of panel components.
We are now working to further enhance the technology and build a business model for its practical application.

Thermal decomposition process

Exterior view of the Tokuyama Photovoltaic Panel Recycling Demonstration Test Facility

Exterior view of the Tokuyama Photovoltaic Panel Recycling Demonstration Test Facility

Exterior view of the Tokuyama Photovoltaic Panel Recycling Demonstration Test Facility

Features

  • Tokuyama's proprietary low-temperature thermal decomposition technology
  • The module (glass, resin, cells, and ribbons) that are securely bonded together can be dismantled and sorted by thermal decomposition of the resin
  • Recovery of high purity glass in the form of flat glass
  • Almost all parts are recyclable

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