Goodbye to the idea that solar panels “die” after 25 years. A new study says the warranty does not mark the end, and real-world performance can last for decades

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Goodbye to the idea that solar panels “die” after 25 years. A new study says the warranty does not mark the end, and real-world performance can last for decades - SLRPNK

Lemmy

This is not news but a useful reminder nonetheless.

Advances in efficiency may cause replacing them to be viable. Still.

I wish we could still install the old panels somewhere. They might not be good enough to be rooftop solar anymore, but in the field, why not take all they can still give?
Because solar panels are dirt cheap to produce and your time and construction materials and land has value. Recognizing trash is vital for an eco friendly economy.
I mean if you’ve got a low power thing at distance further than you want to run conduit. Or if you are in a hurry.