Emilie O'Leary

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Emilie Oxel O’Leary, CEO and Founder of Green Clean Solar, is a leader in solar waste management, committed to recycling 95–100% of project materials and driving a true circular economy. Based in Marietta, GA, she leads the first full-scope solar waste company, offering site audits, tracking, data reporting, and turnkey solutions while building a diverse, inclusive workforce and supporting local recyclers. In 2025, she was named one of Atlanta’s 50 Most Powerful Women by ATL+ Magazine. Emilie also shares her expertise through writing, offering insights on sustainability, renewable energy, and leadership to inspire progress in the clean energy industry.

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Nov 4, 2026 ∙ 5 min

Can Solar Panels Go in a Landfill? Disposal Rules Explained

When solar panels break, lose efficiency, or are removed during a solar farm upgrade, where should they go? For homeowners, businesses, and solar project owners across the United States, landfill disposal may seem like the easiest solution. However, solar panel disposal depends on the panel's materials, waste classification, and applicable regulations. Yes, some solar panels can legally go to a landfill, but hazardous waste panels cannot be disposed of in ordinary landfills. Recycling and...

Oct 27, 2026 ∙ 8 min

Can Solar Panels Be Recycled? Materials That Can Be Recovered

Solar panels can be recycled to recover valuable materials such as glass, aluminum, silicon, copper, and other metals. Learn how solar panel recycling works, which materials can be recovered, and how responsible recycling helps reduce solar waste and environmental impact.

Oct 21, 2026 ∙ 6 min

What Happens to the Racking, Piles, and Cables When a Solar Farm Is Decommissioned?

When a solar farm is decommissioned, removing panels is only the beginning. Racking, steel piles, and electrical cables must also be removed, reused, or recycled where possible. For US solar project owners, understanding how these materials are managed helps control costs, reduce waste, and ensure proper site restoration. What Happens to Solar Farm Infrastructure During Decommissioning? Solar farm decommissioning involves retiring the system, disconnecting it safely, removing equipment,...