About
About
Who we are ?
The CIRCMAN5.0 consortium consists of 7 research centers, 6 industrial companies, 1 non-profit organization, and 4 end-user representatives. Together, they bring cutting-edge knowledge, strong dissemination capabilities, and real-world experience to ensure the success and sustainability of the CIRCMAN5.0 project.
CIRCMAN5.0 is an initiative aimed at transforming the photovoltaic (PV) manufacturing sector into a more sustainable and efficient industry through the use of circular manufacturing principles. This project focuses on developing a human-centered, AI-aided digital framework designed to optimize the entire lifecycle of PV products—from design and production to end-of-life recovery. By integrating cutting-edge technologies such as machine learning, digital twins, and blockchain, CIRCMAN5.0 seeks to reduce environmental impact, enhance resource efficiency, and foster a sustainable future.
Boosting Product Circularity
Enhancing the reuse and recyclability of PV components.
Minimizing Environmental Impact
Reducing carbon footprints and optimizing resource consumption.
Cutting Down Material Waste
Preventing excess waste in both product design and manufacturing.
Optimizing Circular Manufacturing
Enabling smart, adaptive production strategies for a more sustainable future.
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European Countries
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High-profile European Partners
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Use case
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Research Centers
OUR MISSION
Innovative Digital Framework for Enhanced Efficiency and Sustainability
At the heart of CIRCMAN5.0 is the creation of a novel digital framework that leverages artificial intelligence to streamline the production process and improve product lifecycle management. This includes the development of smart algorithms for dynamic production planning and the integration of digital product passports to ensure transparency and traceability across the supply chain. Our approach is designed to enable seamless integration of the outputs from various project tasks, ensuring that each innovation aligns with and enhances the overall project ecosystem. This strategic focus on interoperability and quality guarantees that the resulting innovations push the boundaries of current technological capabilities.
GOALS AND IMPACT
Setting New Standards in PV Manufacturing
The primary goal of CIRCMAN5.0 is to foster a paradigm shift towards circular manufacturing within the PV industry, significantly reducing waste and energy consumption while promoting the reuse and recycling of materials. By implementing this project, we aim to set new industry standards for sustainability and efficiency, which are expected to serve as a benchmark for future initiatives in the sector. The successful deployment of our solutions is anticipated to not only mitigate environmental impact but also enhance economic viability and competitiveness in the global market, demonstrating the tangible benefits of integrating circular economy principles into core business practices.
Sustainability
Measurable Impact for a Greener Future
CIRCMAN5.0’s success is defined through fine-grained Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) that track
By merging advanced digital technologies with sustainable manufacturing practices, CIRCMAN5.0 is leading the transition towards a circular, efficient, and environmentally conscious PV industry. Join us in shaping the future of sustainable energy!
Waste Reduction
Minimizing waste generation at every stage of production.
Material Transparency & Validation
Ensuring traceability and authenticity of materials.
Energy Efficiency
Lowering overall energy consumption.
Productivity Gains
Enhancing operational efficiency across the value chain.
Trust and Worth
Our Partners
CIRCMAN5.0 has received funding from the EU Horizon Europe research and innovation programme CL4-2024-TWIN-TRANSITION-01-05 under grant agreement No.101178331.
This work has received funding form the Swiss State Secretariat for Education, Research and Innovation (SERI).