Researchers at the University of Newcastle have pioneered an acid-free method to reclaim nearly all silver from decommissioned solar modules. Using mechanical crushing and froth flotation, this efficient technique takes just three minutes to extract high-grade metal for reuse. This breakthrough supports a circular economy while reducing chemical waste in the renewable energy sector.
(c) Tasha Kostyuk
(c) Tasha Kostyuk

97% de l’argent des panneaux solaires récupéré en quelques minutes

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Des chercheurs de l’Université de Newcastle ont mis au point une méthode sans acide pour recycler presque tout l’argent des modules solaires usagés. Cette technique utilise le broyage mécanique et la flottation par mousse pour extraire les métaux en trois minutes seulement. Une avancée majeure pour l’économie circulaire et la durabilité des énergies vertes.

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