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Technology Licensing Opportunity: Electrochemical Recycling Technology for Sustainable Recovery of Tellerium and Cadmium from CdTE Photovoltaics

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Submission Closed10/08/2025, 06:00:00 PM UTC

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The contract focuses on a technology licensing opportunity for an innovative electrochemical recycling process targeting the sustainable recovery of tellurium and cadmium from cadmium telluride (CdTe) photovoltaic modules and manufacturing scrap. This process distinguishes itself from traditional methods by generating necessary oxidants in situ using air or oxygen, rather than relying on externally sourced hydrogen peroxide. As a result, it significantly reduces the environmental impact and the logistical challenges associated with transporting and storing bulk chemicals, and it lowers the overall carbon footprint of the recycling operation. Key advantages of this approach include the direct production of Te metal and Cd suitable for reuse in photovoltaic manufacturing, supporting circular economy and closed-loop manufacturing strategies. The process is adaptable to renewable or nuclear-powered electricity, further minimizing environmental impact. Market applications encompass commercial PV module recycling—potentially benefitting large-scale operations such as those by First Solar—while also holding promise for broader sustainable metal recovery through advanced hydrometallurgical processes. The contract, posted by Battelle Energy Alliance for the Department of Energy, is actively seeking responses by October 8, 2025, and is managed through the Idaho Falls office, with Javier Martinez listed as the primary point of contact.

General Info

Technology license for eco-friendly electrochemical recycling of tellurium and cadmium from CdTe modules.

Agency

ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF

NAICS

562920 - Materials Recovery Facilities

Place of Performance

Idaho Falls, ID, 83401, USA

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PhaseClosed

PostedSep 8

Combined Synopsis

Response DeadlineOct 8

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Submission Closed

10/08/2025, 06:00:00 PM UTC

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Organization & Contact Information

AgencyENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF

Contacts1 person available

OfficeIdaho Falls, ID, 83415, USA

Organization / Agency

ENERGY, DEPARTMENT OF

Office AddressIdaho Falls, ID, 83415, USA

Contacts

Javier Martinez

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Full Description

Electrochemical Recycling Technology for Sustainable Recovery of Tellurium and Cadmium from CdTe Photovoltaics
In-situ oxidant generation reduces chemical use and environmental impact in solar module recycling

Technology Summary
This technology enables electrochemical extraction and recovery of tellurium (Te) and cadmium (Cd) from end-of-life and manufacturing scrap cadmium telluride (CdTe) photovoltaic cells. Unlike current recycling methods that rely on externally supplied hydrogen peroxide (H₂O₂) in acid leaching, this process generates oxidants in situ from oxygen or air using electrochemical methods. The approach decreases reliance on bulk chemicals and significantly lowers the carbon footprint of recycling operations, while still producing Te metal and Cd suitable for reuse in photovoltaic manufacturing.

Problem Addressed

High environmental footprint of current CdTe PV recycling due to reliance on H₂O₂ production and use.
Supply chain and logistics burden from transporting and storing bulk chemicals.
Growing need for sustainable recycling as CdTe photovoltaics expand in deployment.

Solution

Electrochemical in-situ generation of oxidants eliminates external H₂O₂ sourcing.
Direct recovery of Te metal and Cd for reintegration into module production.
Electricity-driven process supports integration with renewable or nuclear power, lowering lifecycle emissions.

Key Advantages

Reduced environmental impact: Avoids carbon-intensive bulk chemical manufacturing.
Lower logistical burden: Minimizes transportation and storage of hazardous oxidants.
Clean energy compatible: Process can run on renewable or low-carbon electricity.
Next-generation mining model: Enables sustainable materials recovery aligned with circular economy goals.

Market Applications

CdTe photovoltaic recycling: Direct application to commercial operations, such as First Solar’s module recovery.
Sustainable metals recovery: Broader potential for hydrometallurgical extraction of critical elements.
Circular economy strategies: Supports renewable energy companies seeking closed-loop manufacturing.