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Hail Damage and Toxicity Risks in Solar Plants

PV Magazine International 1:25 pm on April 17, 2024

A hailstorm caused damage to a large solar farm in Texas, with residents expressing concerns about potential toxic leaks from the panels. The Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA) responded, clarifying that the panels at this site were made of crystalline silicon and did not contain cadmium telluride, which had been erroneously reported as a concern. Hail damage is a legitimate risk for the solar industry, particularly in Texas, where it accounts for over 50% of insured project losses. SEIA urged that natural disasters are not exclusive to solar and emphasized the importance of mitigating hail risks through various strategies.

A large-scale solar farm in Texas sustained damage from a hailstorm.
Residents expressed concerns about potential toxic leaks from damaged panels, specifically cadmium telluride.
SEIA clarified that the panels were made of crystallian silicon and did not contain cadmium telluride.
Hail damage is a significant risk for solar farms, accounting for over 50% of insured project losses in Texas.
SEIA emphasized the importance of mitigating hail risks through various strategies, such as using specific solar panels and stowing mechanisms.

https://www.pv-magazine.com/2024/04/17/hail-damage-and-toxicity-risks-in-solar-plants/

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