How Long Does It Take for Solar Panels to Break Down? The Science Behind Decomposition
Solar panels don't exactly "break down" like organic matter, but their performance degrades systematically. Industry data shows crystalline silicon panels lose about 0.5%-0.8% efficiency annually . By year 25, most operate at 82%-88% capacity – still functional but less productive. Wait, no... Let me clarify: degradation ≠ decomposition. The real breakdown happens at end-of-life disposal.
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