Responsible Recycling for Renewable Energy Sources is Critical Solar panel recycling companies like METech Recycling are invested in a greener future through renewable energy sources. Solar energy plays a pivotal role in the combat against climate change as we move away from fossil fuels. According to a study by the U.S Department of Energy, 40% of the nation’s electricity has the potential to be powered by solar energy by 2035. However, as the number of decommissioned solar panels grow, recyclers, businesses, and consumers must step up to ensure that they are properly disposed of.      How Do Solar Panels Work? There are two types of solar panels: Solar Photovoltaic (PV) and Solar Thermal. Solar PV panels contain photovoltaic cells that convert sunlight into electric energy. Solar thermal panels are more simple and use the sunlight to directly heat water (or other fluids), providing hot water or heat. Most solar panels are made with a type of crystalline silicon that requires [...]