A webinar on the sustainability of photovoltaic (PV) technologies

This session will explore key topics such as Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), recycling of critical materials, and circular economy strategies in the context of PV systems.

You'll hear from leading researchers involved in prominent international initiatives, including IEA PVPS Task 12 and the RETRIEVE project, who will share insights and developments in sustainable PV innovation and policy.

Agenda

13:25–13:30 – Open the meeting
13:30–13:40 – Welcome & Introduction – Michiel Van Noord (RISE) / André Augusto (Dalarna University)
13:40–13:50 – Dr. Ilham Ihoume (Dalarna University)
LCA of Photovoltaic Systems: Ongoing Research Activities in SOLVE
13:50–14:15 – Dr. Sebastian Nold (Fraunhofer ISE / IEA PVPS Task 12, Germany)
Photovoltaics Bottom-Up LCA and Key Parameters Influencing the CO₂ Footprint
14:15–14:20 – Coffee Break
14:20–14:35 – Dr. Burçak Ebin (Chalmers University of Technology / Competence Centre Recycling / IEA PVPS Task 12, Sweden)
The Critical Role of Silver and Indium Recycling in PV Sustainability
14:35–15:00 – Dr. Rune Søndenå (IFE, Norway)
Recycling of End-of-Life Silicon in the RETRIEVE Project
15:00–15:30 – Roundtable discussion led by Michiel Van Noord (RISE) / André Augusto (Dalarna University)