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DSM Endurance backsheet

A fully recyclable rear-side film providing long-term protection to solar panels

June 2020

DSM Endurance backsheet

A fully recyclable rear-side film providing long-term protection to solar panels

  • World Alliance Member
  • Featured Solution
  • Labelled Solution
Label Date June 17, 2020
From Netherlands
Maturity stage TRL 9 / CRI 3-4 - Commercial Scale Up / Multiple commercial Applications

Using a single-step co-extrusion manufacturing process and a strong polyolefin core, the highly robust DSM Endurance backsheet has been created, a backsheet that can protect solar panels under the most harsh weather conditions while at the same time eliminating the need for using expensive and hazardous fluoropolymers as well as solvent based adhesives. Because of its thermoplastic nature and balanced material selection this backsheet is fully recyclable. Using Endurance backsheet today will significantly reduce the environmental impact now and in 25 years.

The Environmental Benefits

  • 28% reduction in carbon footprint
  • 100% recyclable
  • 0% fluorine content

The Financial Benefits

  • 10-15% reduction in module recycling cost at end-of-use.

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  • Headquarters
  • Activity

Company Profile

Endurans™ Solar

Endurans™ Solar is a global supplier of material solutions to the photovoltaics industry

Headquarters 6167 RD Geleen, Netherlands
Type Company
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