Featured in High time for a masterplan – 06-2023

UP: VOC control for cleaner modules

While solar energy offers numerous environmental benefits, it is essential to understand the potential pollution associated with the solar panel production process. Anoosheh Oskouian, president and CEO of Ship and Shore Environmental, sheds light on a process that can reduce volatile organic compound (VOC) emissions in PV module production.
Ship and Shore designed and installed this RTO unit. | Photo: Ship and Shore Environmental

The solar industry is continually striving to develop and adopt cleaner and more efficient production technology. This includes improving energy efficiency, reducing water consumption, and minimizing the use of hazardous substances.The manufacturing process for solar modules can contribute to the emission of VOCs, which can have negative environmental and health impacts if not properly controlled. …

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