Comstock Metals Receives Written Determination for Solar Panel Recycling Plant
Comstock Metals (NYSE: LODE) has obtained a Written Determination Permit notification from the Nevada Division of Environmental Protection (NDEP) for its large-scale solar panel recycling facility in Silver Springs, Nevada. The permit is subject to standard compliance conditions and public notice periods.
Facility Capacity and Timeline
- The plant is designed to process over 3 million solar panels annually, handling up to 100,000 tons per year.
- All necessary equipment has been ordered, with deliveries expected by the end of 2025.
- Installation, testing, and commissioning of the facility are planned for the first quarter of 2026.
- An Air Quality permit notification is anticipated within the next few weeks.
NDEP-BSMM eligibility has been granted for solar panel processing, confirming regulatory support for industrial-scale operations.
This development marks a significant step for Comstock Metals in expanding its capabilities in solar panel recycling and environmental compliance.
Author’s summary: Comstock Metals has secured key environmental permits and is on schedule to launch a major solar panel recycling plant capable of processing over 3 million panels annually by early 2026.