What if the PV industry doesn't have new glass production plants?
Thousands of new glass manufacturing plants needed for the growing PV industry. As module prices decline, glass makes an even higher fraction of the PV module cost. Without new glass production PV industry could experience shortage within 20 years. Shortage of glass production could drive up the cost especially of thin-film modules.
Why is glass used in solar panels?
In fact, for the majority of solar modules in production, glass is the single largest component by mass and in double glass thin-film PV, and it comprises 97% of the module׳s weight. Glass offers strength, rigidity, environmental stability, and high transmission, all inexpensively.
Is solar transmission worth it for soda–lime glass?
Solar transmission for soda–lime glass is around 85%; the solar transmission for low iron glass can be above 91% . Producing these particular glasses costs more than standard soda–lime glass, and for most applications it is not worth the extra cost. For the solar industry, though, the transmission gained may be worth the slightly increased expense.
Who makes float glass?
Four major suppliers dominate the market: Asahi Glass, NSG/Pilkington, Saint-Gobain, and Guardian Industries, together accounting for 60% of flat glass production. A dozen or so companies supply the remaining 40% . There are about 200 modern float-plants operating around the globe ( ).
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