What We Recycle Solar does

We Recycle Solar is a privately held B2B solar panel recycling company headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, operating a vertically-integrated PV recycling facility in Yuma that was launched in May 2023. The company provides end-of-life solar panel recycling, decommissioning planning, value recovery, and removal services to utilities, solar developers, manufacturers, contractors, O&M professionals, ESCOs, and leasing/PPA companies. It is positioned as North America's first vertically-integrated solar panel recycling organization and the only EPA-certified, R2:2013/RIOS certified recycler in the region, with additional ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015, ISO 45001:2018, and e-Stewards certifications supporting its compliance-driven value proposition.

The company's core technology is a proprietary direct-to-refinery process using advanced mechanical and chemical separation to recover up to 95% of panel materials by weight, including glass, silicon, silver, copper, and aluminum, while GPS-enabled downstream tracking provides chain-of-custody documentation. Operations span four countries with each facility capable of processing 100,000 pounds of equipment per day, and the company enforces a zero-landfill, zero-illegal-export policy. Revenue is generated through quote-based, project-by-project fees for recycling, decommissioning, value recovery, insurance claim processing, returns management, and expert witness services, with a 500-module minimum that excludes residential and small-scale work. The go-to-market is exclusively direct enterprise sales targeting utility-scale buyers, supported by content marketing, state-by-state regulatory guides, and partnerships with Nations Roof and Renewables.org.

Name

We Recycle Solar

Legal name

We Recycle Solar, Inc.

Website

https://werecyclesolar.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2023

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

We Recycle Solar is a B2B solar panel recycling company operating a vertically-integrated facility in Yuma, Arizona, providing end-of-life recycling, decommissioning, and value recovery services to utilities, developers, manufacturers, and O&M professionals across four countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Solar Panel Recycling Services

NAICS

Materials Recovery Facilities (562920), Materials Recovery Facilities (56292), Waste Management and Remediation Services (562)

SIC

Services-Miscellaneous Repair Services (7600)

akta.pro primary industry

PV Module & Panel Recycling (Glass, Silicon, Metals Recovery) (EUAMALAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

PV Balance-of-System (BOS) Recycling (Inverters, Racking, Wiring, Transformers) (EUAMALAB), Solar End-of-Life, Recycling & Decommissioning (Panels, Inverters, Racking) (EUAMABAM), Hazardous Materials Handling & Compliance (EHS, Transport, Permitting, Reporting) (EUAMALAI), Circularity, Refurbishment & Resale (Used Modules/Turbines/Components) (EUAMALAK), Battery Second-Life & Refurbishment (Repurposing for Stationary Storage) (EUAMALAF)

Keywords

• Solar panel recycling
• PV module recycling
• Solar decommissioning
• Value recovery services
• Environmental consulting

Headquarters

HQ city

Phoenix

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Operations, Personnel, Supply Chain, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D

Revenue model

1. Solar Panel Recycling Services: Fee-based recycling services for end-of-life, damaged, and decommissioned solar panels. Services include panel removal, transport, processing, and certified disposal compliant with EPA and state regulations. Revenue derived from processing fees and recovered material value.
2. Solar Equipment Value Recovery: Decades of experience in value recovery of obsolete, excess, and end-of-life solar equipment. Maximizes financial return for clients by finding and reclaiming value through secure, innovative processes. Includes refurbishment and potential resale of PV panels.
3. Solar Decommissioning Planning: Professional consulting and planning services for solar site decommissioning. Includes site assessment, implementation planning, project planning, and project closure. Helps developers outline asset retirement obligations and recycling requirements.
4. Solar Insurance Claim Value Recovery: Unique value recovery process for insurance providers handling solar industry claims. Helps recover value from damaged panels that would otherwise be considered total losses, including harvesting silver and scraping recyclable materials.
5. Solar Equipment Returns Management: Returns management program for solar manufacturers covering repair, repacking, recycling/demanufacturing, refurbishment, and remarketing of returned solar equipment.
6. Expert Witness Services: Subject matter expert testimony services for insurance companies and legal teams regarding photovoltaic equipment disposal, decommissioning, and regulatory compliance.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels2 records

Marketing channels8 records

Core offering

We Recycle Solar provides B2B solar panel recycling, decommissioning, and value recovery services for utility-scale and commercial solar assets. Using a proprietary direct-to-refinery process with advanced mechanical and chemical separation, the company processes end-of-life, damaged, and decommissioned PV modules, inverters, batteries, racking, and cabling to recover high-value materials such as glass, silicon, silver, copper, and aluminum, while offering cradle-to-cradle removal, transport, certified disposal, and regulatory compliance documentation.

Product overview

We Recycle Solar is a B2B solar panel recycling company offering a comprehensive suite of services for the solar industry. The core offering centers on Solar Panel Recycling (including PV cells, inverters, batteries, and mounting systems) supported by Solar Decommission Planning, Solar Equipment Value Recovery, and Solar Panel Removal and Disposal Services. The portfolio includes specialized modules for Utility-Scale Solar Decommissioning, Solar Battery Recycling, and Solar Inverter Recycling, complemented by add-on services such as Solar Insurance Claim Value Recovery, ESG & Environmental Consulting Services, Solar Equipment Returns Management, Expert Witness Services, and Replacement OEM Solar Panel Program. Additional specialized solutions target specific customer segments including Leasing/PPA Companies, Contractors/Installers, Enterprise Businesses, Manufacturers, ESCOs, and Operations & Maintenance professionals. The company operates with a direct-to-refinery approach and no-landfill policy, processing up to 100,000 pounds of equipment daily per facility across operations in four countries.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Solar Panel Recycling Comprehensive recycling service for manufacturers, installers, and contractors handling large-scale PV module disposal and recycling, using a direct-to-refinery approach for Monocrystalline, Polycrystalline, and Thin Film PV Cells.
• Solar Decommission Planning Planning service covering site assessment, implementation, project planning, and project closure for future solar panel decommissioning, including asset retirement obligation (ARO) documentation and cost scheduling.
• Solar Equipment Value Recovery Asset recovery service that finds and reclaims value from obsolete, excess, and end-of-life solar equipment through secure, innovative processes, providing maximum value recovery, global brand protection, and complete compliance.
• Solar Insurance Claim Value Recovery Value recovery process for insurance providers handling damaged or end-of-life solar equipment claims, harvesting valuable materials like silver for reuse and scrap commodities for recycling.
• Solar Panel Removal and Disposal Services Complete cradle-to-cradle service including on-site evaluation, environmentally responsible removal of solar panels, racking, wiring, and other equipment, with operations spanning four countries.
• ESG and Environmental Consulting Services Environmental consulting covering compliance assessments, emergency preparedness and response, waste management, and hazardous materials management for solar installations.
• Solar Equipment Returns Management Returns management for solar manufacturers maximizing recovery on excess inventory and customer returns through repair, repacking, recycling, refurbishment, and remarketing.
• Expert Witness Services Subject matter expert testimony for insurance companies, legal teams, and other parties on solar site decommissioning, planning, and photovoltaic equipment disposal regulations.
• Replacement OEM Solar Panel Program Program helping customers find discontinued OEM solar panels matching current requirements for voltage, amperage, panel size, and wattage for homogeneous panel systems.
• Solar Battery Recycling Utility-scale solar battery recycling using direct-to-refinery approach for deep-cycle solar batteries including lithium-ion energy storage systems, capable of handling hundreds of thousands of pounds daily.
• Solar Inverter Recycling Complete solar inverter recycling and disposal for string inverters and microinverters, removing hazardous and valuable materials while limiting environmental impact.
• Utility-Scale Solar Decommissioning Large-scale PV equipment disposal including decommissioning planning, deconstruction, removal, transport, complete recycling, and value recovery for solar farms.
• CadTel Solar Panel Disposal Specialized disposal solutions for cadmium telluride (CdTe) solar panels, ensuring proper handling of potentially hazardous cadmium and tellurium materials.
• Contractor and Installer PV Recycling Solutions Disposal services for contractors and installers handling damaged, inefficient, and excess PV panels, including solar modules, cabling, optimizers, and power meters.
• Solar Panel Recycling for Manufacturers Disposal and value recovery solutions for PV equipment manufacturers covering complete brand protection, maximum value recovery, and guaranteed evidence of service and destruction.
• Solar Recycling for Leasing/PPA Companies Recycling and value recovery solutions specifically designed for leasing and PPA companies handling end-of-life solar equipment from teardowns, replacements, and lifecycle completions.
• Solar Recycling and Value Recovery for ESCOs Solutions for Energy Service Companies providing utility-scale decommissioning, exclusive value recovery processes, and maximum value recovery with direct-to-refinery handling.
• Operations and Maintenance Solar Panel Recycling Disposal solutions for O&M professionals bringing value from defective, damaged, and end-of-life solar panels with maximum residual value recovery.
• Enterprise Business Solar Panel Disposal PV equipment disposal for large-scale commercial solar installations, handling decommissioned solar cells, cabling, and inverters with full compliance and value recovery.
• Solar Mounting and Racking Disposal Complete disposal service for solar racking systems, including mounting systems for monocrystalline, polycrystalline, and thin film solar panels.

Quantifiable outcome

• Up to 95% material recovery rate by weight for solar panels
• +3 more outcomes

Named customers1 record

Segments8 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and flagship.

• Nations RoofcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 October 2025Strategic partnership announced October 28, 2025 to promote rooftop sustainability in the U.S. The collaboration focuses on solar panel recycling and roofing solutions, aiming to responsibly manage aging solar technologies and prepare rooftops for new energy infrastructure. Nations Roof is one of the United States' premier commercial roofing contractors. CEO Robert Speights stated the partnership helps customers manage the full lifecycle of their rooftop investments with responsible, compliant paths for aging solar systems.
• Nations RoofcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 28 October 2025CEO Adam Saghei of We Recycle Solar stated that aligning with Nations Roof expands access to solar panel recycling services and makes rooftop sustainability more accessible nationwide. The collaboration represents a major step toward a circular economy where every solar panel and rooftop can contribute to a cleaner, greener future. Combined expertise in solar panel recycling and high-performance sustainable roofing systems addresses two of the fastest-growing challenges in the built environment.
• Renewables.orgflagshipGTM or Marketing Partner · 14 May 2024Expanded partnership with Renewables.org to drive sustainable impact through tax-deductible solar donations. Initial partnership forged March 17, 2024 for Earth Day 2024 initiatives. Delivers tax benefits while supporting global energy access through solar equipment donations. Enables donors to receive tax deductions for contributing end-of-life solar equipment for redistribution to communities needing energy access.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Broad incumbents

• First Solar: Largest U.S. thin-film (CdTe) PV manufacturer with a fully integrated, high-volume recycling line for its own end-of-life modules. While vertically captive to its own product stream, it competes with We Recycle Solar for CdTe disposal demand from third-party owners and is named alongside WRS as a U.S. sector leader.
• Reiling: European PV recycling specialist with mechanical and thermal separation processes serving European module producers and developers. Competes with We Recycle Solar in cross-border value recovery and is named alongside WRS as a recognized builder of the global solar recycling sector.
• Veolia: Global waste management and recycling giant with hazardous materials handling capabilities and PV-specific programs. Competes with We Recycle Solar for utility and developer decommissioning contracts at scale, and is named alongside WRS as a U.S. solar recycling sector builder.
• Electronic Recyclers International (ERI): Large U.S. e-waste recycler with R2 and e-Stewards certifications that also processes PV-related electronics and ancillary components. Competes with We Recycle Solar's inverter and balance-of-system recycling lines and brings scale advantages in downstream material markets.
• Quantum Lifecycle Partners: North American IT asset disposition and electronics recycler with R2 and ISO certifications handling PV-related e-waste streams. Competes with We Recycle Solar for ESG-compliant disposal contracts from large enterprise and utility customers.

Regional players

• Sunlit Green / Norrøni Recycling: European regional PV recycling specialist offering collection, logistics, and materials recovery for utility-scale and commercial operators. Comparable to We Recycle Solar in service scope but geographically distinct; together they represent the cross-border value recovery partnership model referenced in WRS's four-country footprint claim.
• SunPower (recycling/Aftermarket programs): Major U.S. residential and commercial solar installer with end-of-life and warranty replacement programs that route used modules back to recyclers. Represents a comparable B2B channel relationship pattern to We Recycle Solar's PPA/Leasing customer segment and could become either a supplier or competitor depending on its recycling partner selection.

Direct peers

• ROSI Solar (Val'Eo): PV-specific recycler focused on high-value material recovery (silver, silicon, aluminum) from end-of-life modules using proprietary separation techniques. Directly competes with We Recycle Solar's value-recovery proposition for insurers, manufacturers, and utility-scale decommissioning clients.
• Rinovasol: European-based PV recycling company offering end-of-life and value recovery services for c-Si and thin-film modules. Directly comparable to We Recycle Solar's vertically-integrated recycling model and competes for cross-border EOL solar panel volume.
• SOLARCYCLE: U.S.-headquartered solar panel recycler operating dedicated facilities for end-of-life PV modules with mechanical and chemical separation. Directly competes with We Recycle Solar in utility-scale solar decommissioning and value recovery, and is named alongside WRS as a top U.S. sector builder.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance6 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles3 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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