Sonali Rout , Prasanta Jana , Chenna Rao Borra , Mehmet Ali Recai Önal
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Solar cells are amongst the most mature green energy technologies, providing a sustainable alternative to carbon-intensive fossil fuels. This technology depends on photovoltaic panels that contain valuable metals like silver. Silver is crucial for various technological advancements including everyday electronics and electric vehicles. The long-term viability of solar cells significantly relies on the sustainable availability of these critical raw materials. Recycling end-of-life solar panels is a beneficial practice that helps mitigate supply chain issues, conserve natural resources, and reduce production costs. This review aims to identify existing recycling technologies that can sustainably support the ongoing growth of the solar cell market. Hydrometallurgical approaches, which involve strong acidic solutions, specific temperatures, and time, are among the most popular methods for extracting and recovering silver from solar panels.
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The mission of Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews is to disseminate the most compelling and pertinent critical insights in renewable and sustainable energy, fostering collaboration among the research community, private sector, and policy and decision makers. The journal aims to exchange challenges, solutions, innovative concepts, and technologies, contributing to sustainable development, the transition to a low-carbon future, and the attainment of emissions targets outlined by the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change.
Renewable and Sustainable Energy Reviews publishes a diverse range of content, including review papers, original research, case studies, and analyses of new technologies, all featuring a substantial review component such as critique, comparison, or analysis. Introducing a distinctive paper type, Expert Insights, the journal presents commissioned mini-reviews authored by field leaders, addressing topics of significant interest. Case studies undergo consideration only if they showcase the work's applicability to other regions or contribute valuable insights to the broader field of renewable and sustainable energy. Notably, a bibliographic or literature review lacking critical analysis is deemed unsuitable for publication.
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