STG inks solar panel recycling deal with SolarPanelRecycling.com

Solar panel recycling is a volume game, and establishing consistent flows to dedicated recyclers is crucial. So, kudos to solar contractor and O&M company STG Solar for inking a strategic partnership for “project lifetime solar panel recycling services” with a dedicated solar panel recycler. The partnership establishes a streamlined solar recycling process for STG Solar during all lifetime phases, including construction and operation, as well as repowering of future systems and 1.9 GWs of existing projects.

STG Solar selected the aptly named SolarPanelRecycling.com (SPR) as its official recycling partner for its ability to meet strict sustainability and compliance standards in rapid material testing, cost-effective recycling, and advanced tracking metrics, including number of panels recycled, and pounds of material diverted from landfills.

“We’re partnering with SolarPanelRecycling.com because EPCs, developers, general contractors, and partners believe in recycling over landfilling and SPR has proven it sets the highest standard,” said Mike Kilpatrick, President & CEO of STG Solar.

SPR will provide customized recycling services for STG Solar across North Carolina and beyond.

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A SEIA-approved recycling vendor, SPR’s proprietary technology recovers up to 95% of valuable materials, such as silver, silicon, copper, aluminum, and glass for reintegration into the local supply chain. The industry average to this point is under 50% material recovery.

“By ensuring that their end-of-life solar panels are handled responsibly and sustainably, well ahead of any mandated regulations, STG Solar is setting a high standard for the industry and preserving the integrity of our environment for future generations,” stated Brett Henderson, CEO of SolarPanelReycling.com.

SPR has established facilities in Texas, Georgia, and two locations in North Carolina, and plans for more because “new facilities nationwide helps reduce the carbon footprint associated with transporting panels from solar sites to recycling centers.” As SPR rapidly expands nationwide, the company seeks collaboration with more organizations dedicated to true solar recycling.

“This growth allows us to make a significant impact in key renewable energy markets, like North Carolina, where solar adoption continues to thrive,” said Henderson. “By focusing on regions with high solar capacity, we can align our recycling solutions with the needs of leading solar states, fostering partnerships that advance sustainability goals and strengthen the circular economy.”

North Carolina, a national leader in renewable energy, ranks fourth in the U.S. for solar installations in 2024, according to the U.S. Department of Energy. With over 10 GWs of solar capacity generating more than 9% of the state’s electricity, equivalent to powering approximately 1.2 million homes, the state represents a key market for SPR’s innovative recycling solutions.