Construction Company Case Study: Solar Panel Waste
We received an enquiry from a construction company that needed help disposing of solar panels. The business was working on a project which required the removal of multiple solar panels, whilst ensuring a sustainable disposal method. At Collect and Recycle, we specialise in recycling solar panel waste.
How Did We Help?
Once the construction company decommissioned and removed the solar panels from their project site, our role began. Our team ensured that the process of collection was smooth and timely, causing no disruption to the company’s workflow. We arranged prompt transportation of the solar panels, adhering to all safety protocols and regulations, and transported them to licensed treatment and recycling facilities.
Our logistics team worked closely with the client to ensure minimal downtime in their operations. We arranged collections at the client’s convenience, and the entire process—from panel removal to collection and final recycling—was completed swiftly.
With our help, the construction business was able to complete their project quickly and efficiently, whilst ensuring compliant disposal methods were used. As a business, they had a duty of care to dispose of this WEEE waste responsibly. Our team provided the client with peace of mind that they followed appropriate UK regulations and guidelines, whilst being provided with all required documentation to track and log their waste.
Environmental and Compliance Benefits
By disposing of the waste with our team, the business ensured that their solar panel’s components were recycled into new products. This helps save raw materials in the production of solar panels, whilst minimising harm to the environment. Solar panels contain valuable components such as glass, aluminium, and silicon that can be recovered and reused.
This approach not only supports the environment by conserving natural resources but also fosters a circular economy, where waste materials are reintroduced into the supply chain as new products.
Solar panels must also be disposed of in line with the WEEE directive, this is the legalisation to ensure solar panel waste is collected, treated, and recycled. This safe disposal process diverts waste from landfill and pushes for sustainable disposal methods.
