Context
Since India have ambitious solar power installation targets, it lacks in holding a solar waste management policy.
What is solar waste?
Photovoltaic (PV) devices contain semiconducting materials that convert sunlight into electrical energy. |
As a Hazard for Environment: Although up to 90% of the components are recyclable, many PV modules contain heavy metals such as cadmium, copper, lead, antimony or selenium, and when they are taken out of service or broken, they may be classified as hazardous waste. |
Solar waste generation in India:
India is expected to become one of the top five leading photovoltaic waste producers globally by 2045-2050. |
Challenges/Issues:
Global action against solar waste:
Way forward:
Verifying, please be patient.