Image: Bartosch-Salmanski, Voltec Solar
French testing and certification laboratory Certisolis has updated its list of simplified carbon assessments (SCAs) to include the first PV modules with a carbon footprint below 530 kg CO₂/kWp, a threshold that may qualify them for a reduced carbon footprint. VAT rate of 5.5%.
Four panels from French manufacturer Voltec Solar meet the criterion. These include the Tarka 110 VSMP TopCon 435 W (55 cells, temporary hot water), Tarka 110 VSMP VSBP TopCon 435 W (55 cells, permanent hot water), Tarka 120 VSMS PERC 60 cells 330 W and Tarka 120 VSMP VSBP TopCon 60 cells 475 W. Voltec attributes the low CO2 footprint to a higher proportion of Components. of European origin and continuous optimization of industrial processes.
Based in Switzerland Meijer Burger also has one certified module: the white 60-cell heterojunction module of 380 W. Certisolis said additional references will be added to the list soon.
Eligibility for the VAT reduction depends on production standards, including an ecological footprint of less than 530 kg CO₂/kWp, a silver content of less than 14 mg/W, lead of less than 0.1% and cadmium of less than 0.01%. The thresholds are intended to steer the market towards panels with a lower environmental impact and a lower content of critical metals.
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