On 23 June 2016, VON ARDENNE joined the non-pro t organization PVthin. It is a global initiative by leading companies and research institutions representing the whole value chain of thin- lm photovoltaics. The agreement to join the PVthin was signed during the Intersolar in Munich by the President of PVthin, Andreas Wade, and the CEO of VON ARDENNE, Thomas Krischke.
One of the key objectives of PVthin is to strengthen global energy security and to support the transition to a low-carbon economy by promoting thin- lm solar technologies.
Furthermore, PVthin has the aim to cooperate with associations and industries that support responsible product management at end-of-life and internalized holistic environmental footprinting based on Life Cycle Assessment.
Another priority will be to encourage resource-ef cient production, sustainable raw material use and investments in programs and technologies that enable responsible recycling and recovery.
