Solar innovation: Why do we need lightweight solar panels?

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Two Netherlands-based manufacturers have teamed up to create a fully recyclable, lightweight solar panel.

A collaboration between solar panel specialist Solarge and material manufacturer Econcore, the PV tiles replace heavy glass with a robust but lightweight honeycomb structure.

As a result, the panels are up to 65 per cent lighter than conventional ones, making them easier to install.

 

 

This eliminates the need for an aluminium frame and makes them more impact resistant than traditional solar panels. It also means they can be installed on weight restricted buildings like barns.

The honeycomb structure makes them more efficient at controlling temperatures, too - whereas glass panels become less efficient in high heat settings.

 

 

[Muhendis]

This is a something and nothing bit of news.

 

What's the spec. of the panels?

What is the efficiency?

What is the technology etc.?

 

Nice to know they are likely to be lighter and therefore more manageable but will they now get even bigger and less manageable I wonder? 

 

As for the article saying:

"Solar panels are notoriously difficult to recycle, meaning they often end up in landfill."

That is not true. Check this out https://www.cnxrido.com/

 

I do like the idea of them running cooler.