Solar Panels

Preparing to Launch a Dragonfly

A founder’s glimpse into 2050 — and the quiet courage it takes to build it.

Jul 15 •

Heather Alvis 🦄

How Alberta is Building a Circularity Program That Actually Works — And Feels Human

When a government-run recycling program sends you a gift made from repurposed hockey sticks, you take notice—and maybe even consider moving to Canada.

Apr 30 •

Heather Alvis 🦄

What Happens When Solar Panels Are Left Behind?

A Walk in the Park, a Mountain of Solar Waste, and the Missing Link We Need

Apr 29 •

Heather Alvis 🦄

Off the Trail, But Still Riding: WA’s Solar Recycling Mandate Delay

A reflection on the WA solar takeback delay, the messy path of policy, and why we keep building—even when the trail gets washed out.

Apr 24 •

Heather Alvis 🦄

Connecticut's Solar Panel and Battery Recycling: A Scalable Path Forward

How Connecticut's End-of-Life Challenges Reflect a National Need for Scalable Solutions

Dec 2, 2024 •

Heather Alvis 🦄

The Circular Economy of Solar: From Installation to Recycling

What will it take for us to get there?

Nov 25, 2024 •

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Heather Alvis 🦄

Recycling Solar Panels: The Billion-Dollar Industry No One’s Talking About

A deep dive into the hidden treasure in solar panels

Nov 15, 2024 •

Heather Alvis 🦄

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Minnesota's Solar Panel Recycling Study: A Case for Scalable Solutions

How Minnesota's Solar Recycling Efforts Highlight the Need for Collaborative, Scalable Approaches Across the U.S.

Nov 1, 2024 •

Heather Alvis 🦄

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