Towards a Circular Economy for Solar and Energy Storage: Strategies and Innovations in PV and Battery Recycling

The conference aims to be a dynamic and interactive forum to explore the opportunities and challenges related to recycling critical resources used in the production of photovoltaic panels and batteries. In a context of growing demand for renewable energy and energy storage, the sustainability of the entire value chain, from raw materials to end-of-life products, has become a strategic priority. This event will highlight the latest innovations, best practices, and strategic collaborations that are shaping a more circular future for the energy sector. Progress from EU-funded research projects and concrete solutions developed by leading companies in the sector will be presented, highlighting Italy's crucial role in this landscape.

Program

Introduction
Fabrizio Passarini, Ecomondo Scientific Technical Committee
 
Presentation of the Italian photovoltaic network for research, development, and Innovation
Massimo Mazzer, Research Director, CNR
 
Critical Raw Materials, Batteries, and PV Panels: How is Europe moving on?
Valentina Anzoletti, Business Development Manager, EIT Raw Materials
 
From waste to resource: recovering materials from End-of-Life PV panels
Laura Sartore, CEO of Ecoprogetti
 
Reducing the consumption of critical materials in PV panel production – The Resilex Project solution
Adeline Lanterne, Engineer at CEA-INES Solar
 
The battery-recycling supply chain in Italy: EPR, regulatory framework, and opportunities
David Viva, General Manager, Cobat RIPA
 
From End-of-Life Panels to battery components – The Resilex Project solution
Hamid Oubaha, Researcher at the Greenmat Laboratory - University of Liège

Q&A session