{"id":104809,"date":"2025-03-24T10:03:33","date_gmt":"2025-03-24T09:03:33","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/?post_type=stories&#038;p=104809"},"modified":"2025-03-25T17:38:28","modified_gmt":"2025-03-25T16:38:28","slug":"ucl-hackathon-solar-eva-panel","status":"publish","type":"stories","link":"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-eu\/stories\/ucl-hackathon-solar-eva-panel\/","title":{"rendered":"Solar EVA Panel: Repurposing Solar Waste for Sustainable Solutions"},"content":{"rendered":"<div role=\"navigation\" aria-label=\"Table of Contents\" class=\"simpletoc wp-block-simpletoc-toc\"><h2 class=\"simpletoc-title\">Table of Contents<\/h2>\n<ul class=\"simpletoc-list\">\n<li><a href=\"#h-giving-solar-waste-a-second-life\">Giving Solar Waste a Second Life<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-a-hidden-resource-in-the-solar-industry\">A Hidden Resource in the Solar Industry<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-from-extraction-to-application\">From Extraction to Application<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-exploring-advanced-applications-transparent-solar-panels\">Exploring Advanced Applications: Transparent Solar Panels<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-real-world-feasibility-and-industry-integration\">Real-World Feasibility and Industry Integration<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-unlocking-market-value-through-circularity\">Unlocking Market Value Through Circularity<\/a>\n\n<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"#h-scaling-up-with-industry-partners\">Scaling Up With Industry Partners<\/a>\n<\/li><\/ul><\/div>\n\n\n<p>Our team tackled this challenge by creating Solar EVA Panel, an initiative focused on giving a second life to ethylene vinyl acetate (EVA) encapsulants from retired solar panels, transforming them into eco-friendly insulation and soundproofing materials.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-giving-solar-waste-a-second-life\"><strong><strong>Giving Solar Waste a Second Life<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>By 2050, over 60 million tons of solar panel waste are expected to accumulate in landfills worldwide. While solar panel recycling is becoming more prevalent, EVA encapsulants\u2014which shield solar cells from moisture, dust, and UV exposure\u2014are often overlooked in recycling processes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Despite its protective role, EVA remains highly valuable even after a solar panel\u2019s end of life. Currently, EVA recycling is minimal, leading to missed opportunities for reducing carbon footprints, landfill waste, and material costs.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-a-hidden-resource-in-the-solar-industry\"><strong><strong>A Hidden Resource in the Solar Industry<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Most current recycling systems focus on reclaiming valuable metals and glass from solar panels, leaving EVA behind. Yet EVA retains its material properties even after years of exposure, making it a viable candidate for reuse. Today, EVA recycling is minimal, which means we are missing significant opportunities to reduce emissions, lower material costs, and create new revenue streams from solar waste.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Producing virgin EVA from petrochemicals is energy-intensive and expensive. In contrast, our process allows for the recovery of EVA at nearly zero raw material cost\u2014while reducing emissions by up to 85%. This makes repurposed EVA a more sustainable and economically viable alternative, especially for industries in search of thermal and acoustic insulation materials.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><div class=\"wp-block-image__wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"567\" height=\"339\" src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Solar-EVA.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-104834\" style=\"max-width:585px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Solar-EVA.png 567w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Solar-EVA-300x179.png 300w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 567px) 100vw, 567px\" \/><a class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button\" href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Solar-EVA.png\" data-fancybox=\"gallery-104809\" data-caption=\"\" aria-label=\"Open full image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Solar-EVA.png\" class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><svg class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 18 18\" fill=\"none\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n               <path d=\"M0 2V6H2V2H6V0H2C0.895 0 0 0.895 0 2ZM2 12H0V16C0 17.105 0.895 18 2 18H6V16H2V12ZM16 16H12V18H16C17.105 18 18 17.105 18 16V12H16V16ZM16 0H12V2H16V6H18V2C18 0.895 17.105 0 16 0Z\" fill=\"#092C47\"\/>\r\n             <\/svg><\/a><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-from-extraction-to-application\"><strong><strong>From Extraction to Application<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>At the heart of our project is a scalable extraction system that can be implemented directly in solar panel decommissioning plants. The process starts with feeding retired solar panels onto a conveyor system. A heating element then softens the EVA layer, loosening it from the panel\u2019s surface. A suction mechanism gently peels the EVA away, while an integrated air filtration system captures any gases emitted during the process. What remains is a clean, reusable EVA sheet ready for a second life.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Once recovered, the EVA is processed and shaped for a variety of applications. Its thermal insulation and soundproofing qualities make it ideal for use in housing insulation, school buildings, and even packaging materials. These applications are especially valuable in low-income communities, where affordable energy efficiency upgrades can significantly improve living conditions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\"><h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-exploring-advanced-applications-transparent-solar-panels\"><strong><strong>Exploring Advanced Applications: Transparent Solar Panels<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>In addition to its uses in construction, we identified another compelling application for repurposed EVA: <strong>transparent solar panels<\/strong>. These newer-generation panels offer reduced efficiency\u2014about 40% less than traditional opaque ones\u2014but open the door to wider integration in urban environments. When embedded in windows, doors, and building facades, they can turn surfaces into energy-generating systems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>A one-square-meter transparent panel can generate roughly 272 kWh per year\u2014enough to meet about 10% of an average UK household\u2019s energy needs. With transparent panels, energy production becomes more decentralized and seamlessly integrated into everyday infrastructure.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full is-resized\"><div class=\"wp-block-image__wrap\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"475\" height=\"537\" src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Solar-EVA-1-1.png\" alt=\"Transparent solar panels\" class=\"wp-image-104822\" style=\"max-width:354px;height:auto\" srcset=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Solar-EVA-1-1.png 475w, https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Solar-EVA-1-1-265x300.png 265w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 475px) 100vw, 475px\" \/><a class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button\" href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Solar-EVA-1-1.png\" data-fancybox=\"gallery-104809\" data-caption=\"Transparent solar panels\" aria-label=\"Open full image\"><img src=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/03\/Solar-EVA-1-1.png\" class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button-thumbnail wp-post-image\" alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\"><svg class=\"wp-block-image__fancy-box-button-icon\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"18\" height=\"18\" viewBox=\"0 0 18 18\" fill=\"none\" aria-hidden=\"true\">\r\n               <path d=\"M0 2V6H2V2H6V0H2C0.895 0 0 0.895 0 2ZM2 12H0V16C0 17.105 0.895 18 2 18H6V16H2V12ZM16 16H12V18H16C17.105 18 18 17.105 18 16V12H16V16ZM16 0H12V2H16V6H18V2C18 0.895 17.105 0 16 0Z\" fill=\"#092C47\"\/>\r\n             <\/svg><\/a><\/div><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Transparent solar panels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>EVA plays a key role in these designs, and by reusing it, we can make transparent solar panels even more sustainable.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-real-world-feasibility-and-industry-integration\"><strong><strong>Real-World Feasibility and Industry Integration<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>In early tests, repurposed EVA has shown high thermal insulation capabilities, making it particularly Our project has already sparked interest from industry professionals. During our presentation, Baninder Kaur, Key Account Manager at Xometry, raised the question of whether our system could be adopted directly by solar panel manufacturers. We confirmed that the process is designed with modularity in mind\u2014it can be integrated into existing recycling workflows without requiring a full overhaul of infrastructure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Another audience member, Joao Clemencio, inquired about what happens to the recovered EVA after extraction. We explained that manufacturers have two main options: they can reuse the EVA in new solar panels, including transparent ones, or sell it to industries that rely on foam-based materials for insulation, packaging, or acoustic solutions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Currently, most solar panel recycling does not include EVA recovery, which means our approach introduces an entirely new step in the process\u2014one that not only improves sustainability but also offers economic advantages for solar companies and downstream industries.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-unlocking-market-value-through-circularity\"><strong><strong>Unlocking Market Value Through Circularity<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>The solar panel recycling market is expected to reach an estimated value of \u00a311 billion by 2050. Within this landscape, EVA represents a largely untapped revenue stream. By recovering and repurposing EVA, manufacturers can reduce emissions and raw material costs while selling surplus EVA foam to other sectors. For construction companies, the access to low-cost, high-performance insulation materials is a clear win.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>We see EVA recovery not just as a recycling initiative but as a strategy to create closed-loop systems in the solar industry\u2014turning waste into value, and environmental responsibility into market opportunity.<\/p>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-scaling-up-with-industry-partners\"><strong><strong>Scaling Up With Industry Partners<\/strong><\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n<p>Looking ahead, we believe that the Solar EVA Panel system can scale globally. Its core components\u2014solar panel processing, heat-assisted EVA separation, and air filtration\u2014can be replicated in decommissioning facilities around the world. From solar manufacturers and renewable energy companies to construction and packaging sectors, the demand for circular, sustainable materials is growing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With support from Xometry, we plan to refine our extraction technology, enhance efficiency, and explore partnerships with solar panel producers to bring EVA recycling into mainstream operations. Our vision is to embed sustainability at every stage of the solar lifecycle\u2014from manufacturing and deployment to responsible end-of-life management.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f5f7f8;color:#f5f7f8\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Do you see potential for this solar-powered heating solution?<\/strong> Comment with your insights on feasibility, use cases, or design improvements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-text-color has-alpha-channel-opacity has-background\" style=\"background-color:#f5f7f8;color:#f5f7f8\"\/>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Discover the other UCL Hackathon projects:&nbsp;<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-eu\/stories\/ucl-hackathon-can-compressor\/\">Can Compressor &amp; Can Roof<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/xometry.pro\/en-eu\/stories\/ucl-hackathon-geocell-grid\/\">Geocell 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