The primary aim of this project is to upcycle silicon recovered from end-of-life (EoL) photovoltaic (PV) modules, transforming this material into high-performance electrode (anode) materials for high-value-added energy storage systems.

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This approach simultaneously addresses two critical challenges: the looming global problem of PV panel waste, projected to peak by 2050, and the strategic scarcity of critical minerals required for the clean energy transition.

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We view this not as simple recycling, but as a key circular economy opportunity. Our goal is to move beyond basic reclamation and elevate a potential waste stream into a high-performance component for an advanced technology.