Desco
Responsible Electronic Recycling for companies concerned about being legally compliant and focusing on environmental sustainability.
Solar Panel Recycling
Sustainable Energy, Sustainable Disposal. End-of-Life Solar Panel Recycling
Solar panels have a typical lifespan of 20–30 years. When they reach end-of-life, they become part of a growing e-waste stream. Desco processes both crystalline silicon and thin-film modules, recovering valuable materials like:
- Glass
- Copper
- Aluminum
- Silicon
These are reintegrated into the circular economy, reducing the demand for virgin material extraction and lowering the carbon footprint of new manufacturing.
Reclaim Your Rays. System Decommissioning & Onsite Removal
Our trained teams handle the on-site disconnection, de-installation, and safe transport of damaged or retired solar systems — whether residential, commercial, or industrial scale. Every removal is conducted according to strict health, safety, and environmental protocols, ensuring no risk to people or property.
Maximize Your Solar Impact Battery & Energy Storage Unit Recovery
Through our dedicated battery division, Desco also recycles energy storage systems used in conjunction with solar installations. We accept:
- Lithium-ion
- Lead-acid
- Other chemistries
Where possible, batteries are evaluated for reuse or repurposing, particularly in off-grid or secondary applications. If unsuitable for reuse, they are processed at our licensed hazardous waste facilities, and all movements are fully documented and compliant with national regulations.
Panels Up, Waste Down. EPR Support & Compliance Reporting
Desco helps solar producers, importers, and installers meet their Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) obligations. Our services include:
- Chain-of-custody documentation
- Compliance reports and certificates
- Auditable traceability for every recovered unit
We act as an EPR partner, enabling clients to align with South African legislation and ESG goals.
Harvesting the Sun, Honoring the Earth Why Choose Desco
With over 30 years of experience in electronic and hazardous waste recycling, Desco offers:
Nationwide coverage, Certified removal and transport teams, Licensed recycling and battery processing facilities, Trusted reporting and compliance frameworks
Close the clean energy loop with confidence.
Partner with Desco for safe, sustainable, and fully compliant solar panel and storage system recycling.