Abstract
This study examines the efficacy of photovoltaic (PV) recycling processes and technologies for the recovery of high-purity silicon powder from waste solar modules. In order to facilitate the simplification of complex processes, such as the conventional nitric acid dissolution, solvent and ultrasonic irradiation, and solvent dissolution, a variety of mechanical separation processes have been established. These processes are designed to enhance the efficiency and effectiveness of the aforementioned processes. And a novel method for separating EVA from recycled Si powder was devised, which studied the WGS process using aqueous solutions of H2O, HNO3, and NaCl with different specific gravities. The WGS process using NaCl solution demonstrated superior performance, removing over 94% of the EVA, requiring less energy input and producing 73% less CO2 emissions compared to the thermal process. These technologies facilitate the transition towards a circular economy and bolster the implementation of carbon-neutral initiatives.
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