Solar technology can become more sustainable by improving various aspects of its life cycle from raw material extraction to end-of-life disposal. Some possible ways to achieve this are:

Sustainable manufacturing: Reducing the energy and material inputs during solar panel manufacturing by using more sustainable production methods and materials.

Recycling: Developing efficient methods to recycle the solar panels and components to reduce waste and recover valuable materials for future use.

Improving efficiency: Developing solar panels with improved efficiency to generate more energy from fewer resources and reducing the environmental impact of solar panel production.

Reducing environmental impact: Developing more environmentally friendly materials and manufacturing processes for solar panels.

Reducing water consumption: Water is a critical resource for solar panel manufacturing and operation, and therefore, reducing water consumption during manufacturing and operation can improve the sustainability of solar technology.

Better end-of-life management: Developing efficient and sustainable methods for the end-of-life management of solar panels, such as recycling or repurposing the materials.

Overall, by improving the sustainability of solar technology, we can reduce its environmental impact and promote a more sustainable future.