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The scale of the problem?

135,000 tonnes of UK onshore expired blades over the next decade. (According to AI)

Scale of recycling?

1,000 tonnes 2,000 tonnes pa 😳😡

Currently, blade recycling is facing challenges regarding commercial viability. Here are some key points:

1. **Economic Factors**: The cost of recycling wind turbine blades can be high due to the specialized processes required to handle composite materials. This can make it financially challenging for recycling facilities to operate profitably, especially when compared to the cost of landfilling.

2. **Limited Infrastructure**: The existing recycling infrastructure is still in its early stages, and there are not enough facilities equipped to handle the volume of blades that are being decommissioned. This limitation can lead to increased transportation costs and inefficiencies.

3. **Material Composition**: Wind turbine blades are primarily made of composite materials, which can be difficult to recycle using traditional methods. While some mechanical and chemical recycling methods are being developed, they are not yet widely implemented or commercially scalable.

4. **Market Demand**: There is a growing demand for recycled materials in various industries (e.g., construction, automotive), but the market for recycled blade materials is still developing. Creating a sustainable market for these materials is crucial for improving commercial viability.

5. **Innovative Solutions**: Some companies and research initiatives are exploring new technologies that may enhance the economic feasibility of recycling blades, such as repurposing blades for other applications or developing more efficient recycling methods.

Overall, while there is potential for blade recycling to become commercially viable, significant advancements in technology, infrastructure, and market demand are necessary to make it a sustainable and profitable industry.

Here’s a thought.

Just the transport chaos this would involve is in our opinion unacceptable.