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市場調查報告書
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1756517
太陽能板回收市場:全球按類型、壽命、製程、材質和地區分類-預測至2030年Solar Panel Recycling Market by Type (Monocrystalline, Polycrystalline), Shelf Life (Early Loss, Normal Loss), Process (Mechanical, Hybrid), Material (Silicon, Metal, Plastic, Glass) - Global Forecast to 2030 |
太陽能板回收市場規模預計將從 2025 年的 4.6 億美元成長到 2030 年的 11.2 億美元,預測期內複合年成長率為 19.5%。
研究範圍 | |
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調查年份 | 2021-2030 |
基準年 | 2024 |
預測期 | 2025-2030 |
對價單位 | 金額(百萬美元/十億美元) |
部分 | 按類型、使用壽命、工藝、材質、地區 |
目標區域 | 北美、歐洲、亞太地區、中東和非洲、南美 |
太陽能板回收的需求受到多種因素的刺激,其中包括全球範圍內太陽能光伏裝置的高安裝率,這產生了大量需要環保處理的廢棄太陽能電池板。對電子廢棄物和危險廢物處置負面影響的擔憂進一步推動了回收的力度。此外,歐洲、北美和亞洲的政府法規和政策非常嚴格,要求對太陽能板進行環保的廢棄物管理,這反過來又推動了回收的發展。由於矽、銀、鋁和玻璃等可回收材料的再利用和循環利用可以限制原料的開採,因此經濟效益也十分顯著。
多晶太陽能板預計將成為太陽能板回收市場中成長最快的類型,這主要是因為它們是最常用的太陽能板,而且與單晶矽太陽能板相比,其運作更短。多晶板傳統上成本更低、製造難度更低,因此已在新興經濟體和已開發經濟體的商業太陽能發電設施中大規模部署。因此,它們佔據了全球太陽能裝置容量的很大一部分。然而,多晶電池板通常效率較低,使用壽命也比單晶矽板更短,這導致其更換週期更早,並且在報廢階段產生的廢棄物量更高。正是這種日益增加的多晶電池板廢棄量推動了對有效回收解決方案的需求。歐洲、北美和亞洲等經濟體的監管政策進一步鼓勵舊板的回收,尤其是多晶板的回收。
由於太陽能板過早丟棄的數量不斷增加,過早損失是太陽能板回收業成長最快的環節。過早處置的原因包括製造缺陷、材料品質低劣、安裝不當、極端天氣以及物料輸送和維護過程中的意外損壞。隨著太陽能光電發電在全球的加速普及,由於安裝量龐大,尤其是在那些部署目標雄心勃勃的市場,過早失效的可能性也隨之增加。由於性能下降、安全原因或更有效率技術的出現,太陽能板通常在運行五年內就被更換。這導致大量太陽能廢棄物比預期更快產生,因此迫切需要合適的回收方法。此外,公共產業規模的太陽能發電工程往往會出現部分故障,導致需要大量更換有缺陷的太陽能電池板,這進一步加劇了過早廢棄物的數量。
機械回收是太陽能板回收行業中成長最快的部分,因為它具有成本效益、擴充性且易於操作的功能。它透過切碎機、壓碎和分類等方法對太陽能電池板進行實體拆卸,並回收鋁框架、玻璃、銅線和接線盒等材料。與化學和熱處理相比,機械回收不使用昂貴的機械或有毒化學品,因此大量使用時既經濟又環保。此外,透過機械回收回收的材料,尤其是鋁和玻璃,可以直接用於其他行業,例如循環經濟。在歐洲和北美等地區,政府法規和回收要求也正在推動機械分類等標準化、低成本回收技術的使用。此外,自動化和材料分類技術的改進也提高了機械回收的回收率和盈利。
金屬是太陽能板回收產業成長最快的材料類別,因為它們經濟價值高、工業需求旺盛,而且與其他元素相比易於回收。太陽能板由鋁、銅和銀等貴金屬構成。鋁常用於電池板框架,銅用於電線和連接,銀則用於太陽能電池的電力傳輸。隨著廢棄太陽能板數量的增加,回收金屬的可能性對製造商和回收商來說越來越有吸引力。尤其是銅和銀的高市場價格,使得即使回收量很小,也能在經濟上實現並獲利。這些金屬對電子、汽車和可再生能源等各行各業也至關重要,確保了持續的需求。回收技術的創新提高了金屬回收的效率和準確性,進一步促進了該行業的發展。此外,全球對資源節約和循環經濟原則的日益關注,也鼓勵人們回收和再利用金屬,以避免對採礦的依賴,並最大限度地減少環境惡化。
北美,尤其是美國,是成長最快的太陽能板回收市場,協同效應太陽能光伏裝置的極高成長率、不斷發展的監管環境以及不斷增強的環保意識。在美國,受政府激勵措施、太陽能光電技術成本降低以及企業和消費者對清潔能源的強勁需求的推動,過去十年太陽能光電容量呈指數級成長。因此,大量太陽能電池板即將達到其使用壽命,迫切需要有效的回收機制。此外,美國聯邦政府和一些州已開始對包括太陽能電池板在內的電子廢棄物實施日益嚴格的法規和政策,以減少不利的環境影響並確保資源的永續利用。在加州和華盛頓州等州,生產者延伸責任 (EPR) 計劃和太陽能電池板廢棄物掩埋禁令正在鼓勵製造商和安裝商利用回收計劃,從而進一步刺激市場。公私部門對尖端回收技術的投資也不斷增加,提高了矽、玻璃和金屬等有價值材料的回收率。此外,企業和消費者對循環經濟和永續性原則的興趣日益濃厚,也刺激了對太陽能產品負責任的報廢管理的需求。
本報告研究了全球太陽能電池板回收市場,提供了有關類型、壽命、工藝、材質和地區的趨勢的詳細資訊,以及參與市場的公司概況。
The solar panel recycling market size is projected to grow from USD 0.46 billion in 2025 to USD 1.12 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 19.5% during the forecast period.
Scope of the Report | |
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Years Considered for the Study | 2021-2030 |
Base Year | 2024 |
Forecast Period | 2025-2030 |
Units Considered | Value (USD Million/Billion) |
Segments | Type, Shelf life, Process, Material, and Region |
Regions covered | North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Middle East & Africa, and South America |
Demand for solar panel recycling is spurred by various drivers, such as the high rate of solar energy installation across the globe, which leads to the generation of high quantities of end-of-life solar panels in need of environmentally friendly disposal. Concerns over electronic waste and the negative effects of harmful disposal further drive recycling efforts. Moreover, the strict government policies and regulations in Europe, North America, and Asia require the environmentally responsible waste management of solar panels, which supports recycling. Economic benefits are also important, as recoverable materials such as silicon, silver, aluminum, and glass can be reused and recycled, limiting raw material extraction.
" Polycrystalline segment to be the fastest-growing type of the solar panel recycling market in terms of value during the forecast period, (2025-2030)"
Polycrystalline solar panels is projected to be the fastest-growing type of the solar panel recycling market mainly because they are most commonly used and have a lower operational life compared to monocrystalline solar panels. Polycrystalline panels have traditionally been cheaper and less difficult to manufacture, resulting in their large-scale implementation in commercial solar installations in emerging and developed economies. Consequently, they capture a large portion of the world's installed solar capacity. However, polycrystalline panels generally have reduced efficiency and shorter lifespans than monocrystalline panels and result in earlier replacement cycles and increased volumes of waste at the end-of-life stage. It is this increasing number of retired polycrystalline panels that is driving demand for effective recycling solutions. Regulatory policies in economies such as Europe, North America, and Asia are further encouraging the recycling of older panels, especially those made from polycrystalline silicon.
"Early loss is projected to be the fastest-growing shelf life segment of the solar panel recycling market in terms of value, during the forecast period, (2025-2030)"
The early loss segment is the most rapidly growing in the solar panel recycling industry because of the increasing number of solar panels decommissioned early. The causes of early loss include defects at the manufacturing stages, low-quality materials, faulty installation, extreme weather conditions, and accidental damage during handling or maintenance. As global solar uptake gains pace, particularly in markets with ambitious deployment targets, the sheer volume of installations increases the likelihood of early failures. Panels tend to be replaced in fewer than five years of operation due to performance degradation, safety reasons, or because more efficient technology is available. This creates large quantities of solar waste earlier than expected, prompting the urgent need for proper recycling methods. Additionally, utility-scale solar projects tend to undergo partial failures wherein the defective panels are replaced in batches, adding to the early loss volume.
"Mechanical to be fastest-growing process segment of solar panel recycling market in terms of value, during the forecast period, (2025-2030)"
Mechanical recycling is the most rapidly growing segment in the solar panel recycling industry because it is cost-effective, scalable, and easy to operate. This is done through the physical dismantling of the solar panels via shredding, crushing, and sorting methods to retrieve materials like aluminum frames, glass, copper wiring, and junction boxes. In contrast to chemical or heat processes, mechanical recycling does not involve costly machinery or toxic chemicals, thus, is more economically and environmentally friendly for mass application. In addition, materials recycled through mechanical recycling, particularly aluminum and glass, can be used directly in other industries as in a circular economy. Regulations by governments and recycling requirements in regions such as Europe and North America are also driving the use of standardized, low-cost recycling technologies, such as mechanical separation. Further, improvements in automation and material sorting technologies are also increasing the recovery rates and profitability of mechanical recycling.
"Metal to be the fastest-growing material segment of the solar panel recycling market in terms of value, during the forecast period, (2025-2030)"
Metals represent the most rapidly expanding material segment of the solar panel recycling industry because they hold high economic value, strong industrial demand, and ease of recovery in comparison to other elements. Solar panels are composed of several precious metals, including aluminum, copper, and silver. Aluminum is commonly used for panel frames, copper is utilized in electrical wiring and connections, and silver is utilized in photovoltaic cells for the transmission of electricity. As the numbers of retired solar panels rise, the potential to reclaim the metals has become increasingly appealing to manufacturers and recyclers. The premium market prices for copper and silver, in particular, make their recovery economically feasible and lucrative even from the smaller amounts recovered. These metals are also crucial to various industries, such as electronics, automotive, and renewable energy, which guarantee constant demand. Technological innovations in the recycling technology are enhancing the effectiveness and accuracy of metal recovery, thus further contributing to the growth of this sector. Moreover, increasing worldwide focus on the conservation of resources and principles of circular economy are promoting the recovery and reuse of metals to avoid dependence on mining and minimize environmental deterioration.
"North America is projected to be the fastest-growing region in the solar panel recycling market in terms of value, during the forecast period, (2025-2030)"
North America, and specifically the US, is the most rapidly expanding market in solar panel recycling as a result of the synergy of very high growth rates in solar installations, developing regulatory landscapes, and increased environmental consciousness. The US has experienced exponential growth in solar capacity during the last decade on the basis of government incentives, reducing costs of photovoltaic technology, and robust corporate and consumer demand for clean energy. Consequently, considerable numbers of solar panels are reaching the end of their lifespan, leading to the urgent requirement for effective recycling mechanisms. Furthermore, the US federal government and some states have started imposing increasingly stringent regulations and policies for dealing with electronic waste, including solar panels, to reduce the negative impacts on the environment and ensure the sustainable use of resources. Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) programs and solar panel waste landfill bans in states such as California and Washington are prompting manufacturers and installers to use recycling programs, driving further market development. Public and private investments in state-of-the-art recycling technologies are also on the rise, enhancing recovery rates of valuable materials, including silicon, glass, and metals. In addition, increased corporate and consumer focus on the circular economy and sustainability principles is spurring demand for responsible end-of-life management of solar products.
In-depth interviews were conducted with Chief Executive Officers (CEOs), marketing directors, other innovation and technology directors, and executives from various key organizations operating in the solar panel recycling market, and information was gathered through secondary research to determine and verify the market size of several segments.
The solar panel recycling market comprises major players, such as First Solar (US), Reiling GmbH & Co. KG (Germany), The Retrofit Companies, Inc. (US), Rinovasol Global Services B. V. (Netherlands), ROSI (France), We Recycle Solar (US), SILCONTEL LTD (Israel), Etavolt Pte. Ltd. (Singapore), PV Industries (Australia), and SOLARCYCLE, Inc. (US). The study includes an in-depth competitive analysis of these key players in the solar panel recycling market, along with their company profiles, recent developments, and key market strategies adopted.
Research Coverage
This report segments the market for solar panel recycling on the basis of type, shelf life, process, material, and region, and provides estimations for the overall value of the market across various regions. A detailed analysis of key industry players has been conducted to provide insights into their business overviews, products & services, key strategies, and expansions associated with the market for solar panel recycling.
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This research report focuses on various levels of analyses - industry analysis (industry trends), market ranking analysis of top players, and company profiles, which together provide an overall view of the competitive landscape; emerging and high-growth segments of the solar panel recycling market; high-growth regions; and market drivers, restraints, opportunities, and challenges.