• Solar PV Waste Awareness Survey — Greater Bloubergstrand

    Answer the questions anonymously and review the consent statement before you begin.

  • Consent & Screening

  • I have read the information above and understand that this study is being conducted by UNISA researchers. My answers will be anonymous and used for academic purposes only. I may withdraw at any time by closing this form. Do you consent to participate?*
  • Do you have an installed solar PV system at your home?*
  • Area of residence*

  • Demographics

  • How long has your solar PV system been installed?*
  • Which solar system components do you have?

  • Awareness of disposal responsibility and practices

  • Who is responsible for disposing of solar equipment once it stops working?*
  • What would you most likely do if a solar panel, battery, or inverter stopped working today?*
  • Have you ever replaced or removed any part of your solar system?*

  • Awareness of environmental and health risks

  • Are you aware that solar panels and batteries can contain hazardous materials?*
  • What risks do you think improper disposal of solar waste can cause?*

  • Access to information and recycling infrastructure

  • Have you ever received information about how to dispose of old solar equipment?*
  • Do you know of any recycling facility or service in your area that accepts solar PV waste?*
  • What would make you more likely to dispose of solar equipment responsibly?
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