By Ojugbele Omotunde
Nigeria holds significant potential in utilizing broken glass for renewable energy through innovative approaches such as glass-to-energy conversion.
Repurposing broken glass can play a crucial role in sustainable energy production, especially in the solar energy sector.
By transforming broken glass into a valuable resource for solar panel manufacturing, Nigeria can foster a more eco-friendly and energy-efficient landscape.
The process involves crushing the broken glass into fine particles that can be integrated into the manufacturing of photovoltaic cells.
These cells are essential components of solar panels, converting sunlight into electricity. By incorporating recycled glass into solar panel fabrication, Nigeria can reduce waste and enhance the sustainability of its energy infrastructure.
Moreover, using recycled glass in solar panels offers dual benefits: it promotes environmental conservation and advances renewable energy.
This circular economy approach addresses waste management challenges and contributes to the country’s renewable energy goals.