Solar Central Inverters
Recycling Case Study

Discover how EACR Inc. acted as a trusted partner to support a large energy company during a time-sensitive solar decommissioning project.

Client Overview

A leading U.S. energy company began decommissioning one of its solar farms and required a partner capable of fully managing the recycling of oversized electronic equipment. While their original vendor only accepted solar panels, they could not process or remove central solar inverters—a critical component containing electronics that must be managed through licensed recycling channels. The client needed a fast full-service solution.

central inverter being processed

Objectives

  • Provide a licensed recycling solution for three large central solar inverters

  • Meet an accelerated project timeline during solar farm decommissioning

  • Ensure safe removal and transport of oversized equipment

  • Guarantee that all electronic components were processed according to state and federal regulations

Solutions

  • Coordinated removal using a crane and heavy machinery to safely lift and unload all three inverters

  • Managed logistics, including scheduling, equipment sourcing, and on-site safety coordination

  • Transported inverters to EACR Inc.’s licensed recycling facility

  • Fully demanufactured each inverter, separating metals, wiring, circuit boards, and electronic components

  • Ensured all materials entered compliant recycling pathways with proper downstream management

Results:

  • 3 oversized central inverters safely removed and recycled

  • Full compliance with all applicable recycling guidelines

  • Project completed under the client’s accelerated timeline

  • Provided a reliable solution when the primary vendor could not support specialized inverter recycling

  • Demonstrated EACR Inc.’s ability to handle large-scale, complex, and heavy electronic equipment

Conclusion

EACR Inc. played a critical role in supporting the energy company’s solar farm decommissioning effort. When their initial vendor was unable to manage central inverter recycling, EACR Inc. delivered a full-service, licensed solution—handling everything from heavy equipment removal to compliant material processing.
This project highlights EACR Inc.’s capability to manage complex, large-format electronic equipment while maintaining efficiency, safety, and environmental responsibility.

solar inverter on crane