Solar
Panel
Automated Recycling
Container
Recycling everywhere
Enabling future mining /
circular economy
PROBLEM 01
Recycling
is heavyStarting a recycling plant today needs lots of money, materials, soil and time. That has an impact.
PROBLEM 02
Raw materials matter
Every year, 15% of mined silver end up in PV panels.In 2050 it will be 99%. We are rushing to a crisis.
PROBLEM 03
PV panels are not forever
By 2030 8 million metric tonsof
waste panels will accumulate globally.
By 2050, they willbe 10 times more.PROBLEM 04
Remote resources
Large PV plants are often isolated. Moving panels to recycling plants
has a relevant impact.PROBLEM 01
Recycling
is heavyStarting a recycling plant today needs lots of money, materials, soil and time. That has an impact.
PROBLEM 02
Raw materials matter
Every year, 15% of mined silver end up in PV panels.In 2050 it will be 99%. We are rushing to a crisis.
PROBLEM 03
PV panels are not forever
By 2030 8 million metric tonsof
waste panels will accumulate globally.
By 2050, they willbe 10 times more.PROBLEM 04
Remote resources
Large PV plants are often isolated. Moving panels to recycling plants
has a relevant impact.PROBLEM 01
Recycling
is heavyStarting a recycling plant today needs lots of money, materials, soil and time. That has an impact.
PROBLEM 02
Raw materials matter
Every year, 15% of mined silver end up in PV panels.In 2050 it will be 99%. We are rushing to a crisis.
PROBLEM 03
PV panels are not forever
By 2030 8 million metric tonsof
waste panels will accumulate globally.
By 2050, they willbe 10 times more.PROBLEM 04
Remote resources
Large PV plants are often isolated. Moving panels to recycling plants
has a relevant impact.PROBLEM 01
Recycling
is heavyStarting a recycling plant today needs lots of money, materials, soil and time. That has an impact.
PROBLEM 02
Raw materials matter
Every year, 15% of mined silver end up in PV panels.In 2050 it will be 99%. We are rushing to a crisis.
PROBLEM 03
PV panels are not forever
By 2030 8 million metric tonsof
waste panels will accumulate globally.
By 2050, they willbe 10 times more.PROBLEM 04
Remote resources
Large PV plants are often isolated. Moving panels to recycling plants
has a relevant impact.
PROBLEM 01
Recycling
is heavyStarting a recycling plant today needs lots of money, materials, soil and time. That has an impact.
PROBLEM 02
Raw materials matter
Every year, 15% of mined silver end up in photovoltaic panels.
In 2050 it will be 99%.
We are rushing to a crisis.PROBLEM 03
PV panels are not forever
By 2030, 8 million metric tons
of waste panels will accumulate
globally. By 2050, they will
be 10 times more.PROBLEM 04
Remote resources
Large PV plants are often isolated. Moving panels to recycling plants has a relevant impact.
PROBLEM 01
Recycling
is heavyStarting a recycling plant today needs lots of money, materials, soil and time. That has an impact.
PROBLEM 02
Raw materials matter
Every year, 15% of mined silver end up in photovoltaic panels.
In 2050 it will be 99%.
We are rushing to a crisis.PROBLEM 03
PV panels are not forever
By 2030, 8 million metric tons
of waste panels will accumulate
globally. By 2050, they will
be 10 times more.PROBLEM 04
Remote resources
Large PV plants are often isolated. Moving panels to recycling plants has a relevant impact.
PROBLEM 01
Recycling
is heavyStarting a recycling plant today needs lots of money, materials, soil and time. That has an impact.
PROBLEM 02
Raw materials matter
Every year, 15% of mined silver end up in photovoltaic panels.
In 2050 it will be 99%.
We are rushing to a crisis.PROBLEM 03
PV panels are not forever
By 2030, 8 million metric tons
of waste panels will accumulate
globally. By 2050, they will
be 10 times more.PROBLEM 04
Remote resources
Large PV plants are often isolated. Moving panels to recycling plants has a relevant impact.
PROBLEM 01
Recycling
is heavyStarting a recycling plant today needs lots of money, materials, soil and time. That has an impact.
PROBLEM 02
Raw materials matter
Every year, 15% of mined silver end up in photovoltaic panels.
In 2050 it will be 99%.
We are rushing to a crisis.PROBLEM 03
PV panels are not forever
By 2030, 8 million metric tons
of waste panels will accumulate
globally. By 2050, they will
be 10 times more.PROBLEM 04
Remote resources
Large PV plants are often isolated. Moving panels to recycling plants has a relevant impact.
THE SOLUTION
SPARC is the first mobile
modular recycling solution.
The first mobile modular recycling unit
THE SOLUTION
SPARC is the first mobile
modular recycling solution.
A smart container with automated process
Smart
self-loading
A robot arm picks up panels, computer vision recognizes
the model.
Accurate preparation
A pneumatic system removes the junction box and cleans
the backsheet.
Convenient output
Aluminum frames are removed and shredded for easy management.
Complete recycling
Glass and silicon cells are separated and collected in
bag boxes.
Total
control
Processes and performances are clearly visibleon a single screen.
SOLAR MODULE PROCESSING
how it works
SPARC embraces the adoption of advanced technologies and automated phases for processing panels.
Smart self-loading
A robot arm picks up panels, computer vision recognizes the model.
Accurate preparation
Accurate Preparation
A pneumatic system removes the junction box and cleans the backsheet.
Convenient output
Aluminum frames are removed and shredded for easy management.
Complete recycling
Glass and silicon cells are separated and collected in bag boxes.
Total control
Processes and performances are clearly visible
on a single screen.
Processes and performances are clearly visible
on a single dashboard
USED PANELS IN
MATERIALS OUT
DATA TO CLOUD
SOLAR MODULE PROCESSING
how it works
SPARC embraces the adoption of advanced technologies and automated phases for processing panels.
SPARC embraces the adoption of advanced technologies and automated phases
for processing panels.
RAW MATERIALS
RAW MATERIALS
output of the process
output
of the process
RAW MATERIALS
The recovered materials fuel the local economy, enabling real circularity.
The recovered materials fuel the local economy, enabling real circularity.
Aluminum
Aluminum
4-5.000 €/tons
4-5.000 €/tons
OF WEIGHT
Glass
Glass
200-300 €/tons
200-300 €/tons
OF WEIGHT
Silicon, Silver
& copper
30-50.000 €/tons
OF WEIGHT
ADVANTAGES
SPARC introduces a transformative approach to photovoltaic panels recycling with several key advantages.
Mobility
Mobility
Mobility
Compact
Design
Compact
Design
Compact
Design
Automation
Automation
Automation
Cost
Efficiency
Cost
Efficiency
Cost
Efficiency
Modularity
Modularity
Modularity
Self
Sufficiency
Self
Sufficiency
Self
Sufficiency
Material
Recovery
Material
Recovery
Material
Recovery
Enviromental Impact
Enviromental Impact
Enviromental Impact
Local Circular Economy
Local Circular Economy
Local Circular Economy
ADVANTAGES
SPARC introduces a transformative approach to photovoltaic panels recycling with several key advantages.
FEATURES 01
Self-powered system
Deployable photovoltaic power system
with an automated tilt variation.
~10 kWp power production
~25 kWh battery storage
FEATURES 02
SPARC
Data RoomRecycling material information, system performance and technical data in a unique dashboard.A SPARC fleet management system thanks to IoT, image recognition algorithm and predictive maintenance.
FEATURES 03
Dust-proof & safety
Fences and barrier panels allows a safe workplace for the operators reducing any external contamination.
FEATURES 04
Fast
deployPistons and panels mounts allow a quick startup of the system.
FEATURES 05
Self-disposal materials
Research and adoption of technologies easily and rapidly repaired and maintained. A perfect design to work in remote area.
FEATURES 01
Self-powered system
Deployable photovoltaic power system
with an automated tilt variation.
~10 kWp power production
~25 kWh battery storageFEATURES 02
SPARC
Data RoomRecycling material information, system performance and technical data in a unique dashboard.A SPARC fleet management system thanks to IoT, image recognition algorithm and predictive maintenance.
FEATURES 03
Dust-proof & safety
Fences and barrier panels allows a safe workplace for the operators reducing any external contamination.
FEATURES 04
Fast
deployPistons and panels mounts allow a quick startup of the system.
FEATURES 05
Self-disposal materials
Research and adoption of technologies easily and rapidly repaired and maintained. A perfect design to work in remote area.
FEATURES 01
Self-powered system
Deployable photovoltaic power system
with an automated tilt variation.
~10 kWp power production
~25 kWh battery storageFEATURES 02
SPARC
Data RoomRecycling material information, system performance and technical data in a unique dashboard.A SPARC fleet management system thanks to IoT, image recognition algorithm and predictive maintenance.
FEATURES 03
Dust-proof & safety
Fences and barrier panels allows a safe workplace for the operators reducing any external contamination.
FEATURES 04
Fast
deployPistons and panels mounts allow a quick startup of the system.
FEATURES 05
Self-disposal materials
Research and adoption of technologies easily and rapidly repaired and maintained. A perfect design to work in remote area.
FEATURES 01
Self-powered system
Deployable photovoltaic power system
with an automated tilt variation.
~10 kWp power production
~25 kWh battery storageFEATURES 02
SPARC
Data RoomRecycling material information, system performance and technical data in a unique dashboard.A SPARC fleet management system thanks to IoT, image recognition algorithm and predictive maintenance.
FEATURES 03
Dust-proof & safety
Fences and barrier panels allows a safe workplace for the operators reducing any external contamination.
FEATURES 04
Fast
deployPistons and panels mounts allow a quick startup of the system.
FEATURES 05
Self-disposal materials
Research and adoption of technologies easily and rapidly repaired and maintained. A perfect design to work in remote area.
FEATURES 01
Self-powered system
Deployable photovoltaic power system
with an automated tilt variation.
~10 kWp power production
~25 kWh battery storageFEATURES 02
SPARC
Data RoomRecycling material information, system performance and technical data in a unique dashboard.
A SPARC fleet management system thanks to IoT, image recognition algorithm and predictive maintenance.FEATURES 03
Dust-proof & safety
Fences and barrier panels allows a safe workplace for the operators reducing any external contamination.
FEATURES 04
Fast
deployPistons and panels mounts allow a quick startup of the system.
FEATURES 05
Self-disposal materials
Research and adoption of technologies easily and rapidly repaired and maintained. A perfect design to work in remote area.
FEATURES 01
Self-powered system
Deployable photovoltaic power system
with an automated tilt variation.
~10 kWp power production
~25 kWh battery storageFEATURES 02
SPARC
Data RoomRecycling material information, system performance and technical data in a unique dashboard.
A SPARC fleet management system thanks to IoT, image recognition algorithm and predictive maintenance.FEATURES 03
Dust-proof & safety
Fences and barrier panels allows a safe workplace for the operators reducing any external contamination.
FEATURES 04
Fast
deployPistons and panels mounts allow a quick startup of the system.
FEATURES 05
Self-disposal materials
Research and adoption of technologies easily and rapidly repaired and maintained. A perfect design to work in remote area.
FEATURES 01
Self-powered system
Deployable photovoltaic power system
with an automated tilt variation.
~10 kWp power production
~25 kWh battery storageFEATURES 02
SPARC
Data RoomRecycling material information, system performance and technical data in a unique dashboard.
A SPARC fleet management system thanks to IoT, image recognition algorithm and predictive maintenance.FEATURES 03
Dust-proof & safety
Fences and barrier panels allows a safe workplace for the operators reducing any external contamination.
FEATURES 04
Fast
deployPistons and panels mounts allow a quick startup of the system.
FEATURES 05
Self-disposal materials
Research and adoption of technologies easily and rapidly repaired and maintained. A perfect design to work in remote area.
FEATURES 01
Self-powered system
Deployable photovoltaic power system
with an automated tilt variation.
~10 kWp power production
~25 kWh battery storageFEATURES 02
SPARC
Data RoomRecycling material information, system performance and technical data in a unique dashboard.
A SPARC fleet management system thanks to IoT, image recognition algorithm and predictive maintenance.FEATURES 03
Dust-proof & safety
Fences and barrier panels allows a safe workplace for the operators reducing any external contamination.
FEATURES 04
Fast
deployPistons and panels mounts allow a quick startup of the system.
FEATURES 05
Self-disposal materials
Research and adoption of technologies easily and rapidly repaired and maintained. A perfect design to work in remote area.
Recycling Everywhere
Recycling Everywhere
Easy deploy to reach any plant
SPARC embraces the adoption of advanced technologies and social innovation to promote circularity:
SPARC embraces the adoption of advanced technologies and social innovation to promote circularity.
RECYCLING EVERYWHERE
be part of the trasformation
be part of the trasformation
We believe in the power of renewable energy to create a greener future. For more information about our project or to collaborate with us, please do not hesitate to contact us.
We believe in the power of renewable energy to create a greener future. For more information about our project or to collaborate with us, please do not hesitate to contact us.
Together, we can make a difference and build a more sustainable world.
How the project come to life
About sparc
The crew behind the project
Experienced in sustainable technology projects, a PhD in Aerospace engineering @ Isituto Italiano di Tecnologia and King’s College London, and a track record of two startup Exit, C-level experiences with a entrepreneurial mindset, overseeing operations and ensuring project milestones
are met.
Experienced in sustainable technology projects, a PhD in Aerospace engineering @ Isituto Italiano di Tecnologia and King’s College London, and a track record of two startup Exit, C-level experiences with a entrepreneurial mindset, overseeing operations and ensuring project milestones are met.
With a background in robotics, computer science, automation and prototyping he specializes in designing compact and efficient systems, developing automated robotic lines and ensuring the panel recycling’s functionality.
With a background in robotics, computer science, automation and prototyping he specializes in designing compact and efficient systems, developing automated robotic lines and ensuring the panel
recycling’s functionality.
With a Sustainability Master @ MIT and experience in product design, he provides insights into sustainable technologies, methodologies, LCA analysis and ensures product designand usability.
patent pending
patent pending
The project is currently in the patenting phase. This means that we are in the process of securing intellectual property rights to protect our innovative ideas and designs, before its public release.
The project is currently in the patenting phase. This means that we are in the process of securing intellectual property rights to protect our innovative ideas and designs, before its public release.