Researchers from AGH University of Krakow, Poland, and SERIS, based in Singapore, have developed a new PV panel recycling method. The study applied electrohydraulic shock-wave fragmentation (EHF) to recycle end-of-life crystalline silicon PV (c-Si PV) panels. This method enables complete recovery of materials used in PV panels, including high-quality silicon and separated metals. Multiple panel types were tested to evaluate material recovery performance under varied recycling conditions and chemical treatments. Researchers said the process improves material reuse efficiency and addresses growing global PV waste concerns. According to estimates, global PV waste may reach 8 million tons by 2030 and 80 million tons by 2050. The method was detailed in a peer-reviewed study published in 'ScienceDirect'.