On February 3, Australia has unveiled a pilot to boost solar panel recycling, backed by EUR 15 million in public funding. The Government expects the volume of solar panel waste to rise sharply, increasing from 59,340 tonnes in 2025 to 91,165 tonnes by 2030. Its funding over three years will establish up to 100 collection sites nationwide. Recovered metals could support the clean energy transition and reduce landfill volumes.