Circular economy for solar panels: a policy overview in some countries
Published: July 29, 2026
Abstract
The circular economy plays an important role in managing the life cycle of solar panels, ensuring that they are used efficiently and sustainably. Many countries have promulgated various policy regulations to create a legal environment to promote circular economic strategies and models for solar panels. This study provides an overview of the circular economic policy system for the solar panel life cycle stages in Europe, the US, and China. The policy systems in these countries will serve as a reference for developing policies related to integrating a circular economy for solar panels in Vietnam.
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