“Wind farms and massive arrays of solar panels are cropping up across public and private landscapes both in the United States and abroad as users increasingly turn to “green energy” as their preferred flavor of electricity. President Joe Biden, in fact, has directed the Interior Department to identify suitable places to host 20 gigawatts … [Read more…]
“Today, EPA posted a briefing paper outlining difficulties the U.S. will face recycling and safely disposing of the materials used for green energy technologies. Renewable Energy Waste Streams: Preparing for the Future examines the waste produced once solar panels, lithium-ion batteries and windmills reach the end of their useful life. This briefing paper identifies … [Read more…]
“Whereas human beings are just reaching adulthood at 20, wind turbines tend to retire at that age. After two decades of service they are either sold on to the second-hand market or dismantled at the end of their useful life. While the tower and nacelle consist of concrete and steel, which are easily recycled, … [Read more…]