US module and soon-to-be cell manufacturer T1 Energy is looking beyond wafers and cells to catalyse domestic production of ancillary components such as glass, frames and even pallets—while tapping semiconductor industry talent to staff its expanding operations.
US solar PV recycling firm, Solarcycle, has produced a pilot module using 50% recycled glass from other decommissioned panels, which it says matches the performance of entirely new products.