e-waste & Recycling stories - Page 1
Every year, billions of new smartphones, laptops, smartwatches and other high-tech devices are
produced, with billions of others entering obsolescence and being disposed of. These devices contain
multiple potentially hazardous metals and other chemicals, which are harmful to the environment if
disposed of irresponsibly. This ‘e-waste’ also contains recoverable and recyclable materials, giving rise to
organisations specializing in their recovery, repair and refurbishment
How rugged technology is powering productivity in critical industries
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Rugged technology boosts productivity and cuts costs in critical industries by reducing downtime, enabling real-time data capture, and improving durability in harsh environments.
Nebius reports lower costs & emissions with sustainable AI strategy
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Nebius reports a 20% reduction in operational costs and cut emissions with its sustainable AI infrastructure, including a heat-recovering Finnish data centre.
Carnival Internet UK partners with charity to tackle digital exclusion
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Carnival Internet UK partners with Community TechAid to fight digital exclusion and reduce e-waste by refurbishing devices for those without internet access.
Embedding environmental stewardship into IT governance frameworks
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Embedding environmental stewardship in IT governance helps businesses cut e-waste, lower energy use, and boost sustainability, driving efficiency and reputation gains.
Cornwall facility tackles microplastics with new recycling tech
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Cleaner Seas Group opens Cornwall facility to recycle microplastics, preventing 86 tonnes of harmful fibres from polluting oceans annually.
Peers sway nearly half of UK adults into greener choices
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Nearly half of UK adults are motivated to adopt greener habits after seeing peers lead, with personal networks shaping eco-friendly choices more than social media.
Singapore urged to embrace circular tech to slash e-waste
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Singapore faces rising e-waste with 2.9 million unused smartphones idle, prompting calls for circular tech to cut waste and emissions by up to 40%.
Siemens & partners launch modular edge data centre solution
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Siemens, Cadolto, and Legrand have launched modular edge data centres offering scalable, energy-efficient solutions with rapid deployment and flexible financing options.
Luxembourg’s Belval campus to become smart city living lab
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Luxembourg’s Belval campus is set to become an EU-backed smart city living lab with EUR €3.1 million to test 5G, AI, and IoT for urban innovation.
E-waste hacking: The unknown data security crisis
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Australian e-waste, tripling the global average, presents rising cybersecurity risks, with 10-20% of breaches linked to improper disposal of old devices.
Supply chain leaders invest in AI & tech for resilience, growth
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Nearly 700 global supply chain leaders prioritise AI and new tech investments to boost resilience, efficiency, and sustainability over the next three years.
Exclusive: How Greenbox tackles tech waste with data security focus
Thu, 1st May 2025
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Wayne Angus, Country Manager of Greenbox, highlights the urgent need for data security and environmental sustainability in tech waste management across Australasia.
Sustainable IT strategies drive both savings & green goals
Tue, 22nd Apr 2025
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Organisations are boosting sustainability and savings by maximising IT device lifecycles, prioritising reuse, resale, and strategic asset recovery over disposal.
AirTrunk & JSW to launch Malaysia's largest water project
Tue, 8th Apr 2025
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AirTrunk and Johor Special Water have partnered to establish Malaysia's largest recycled water supply scheme, enhancing sustainability for data centres in Johor.
Digital access programme RAD sees demand outstripping supply
Thu, 3rd Apr 2025
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Recycle A Device reports growing demand for their tech initiatives across New Zealand, yet struggles with limited supplies of refurbished laptops amid rapid expansion.
Defra awards Atos GBP £150m contract for IT modernisation
Tue, 1st Apr 2025
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The Department for Environment, Food and Rural Affairs has signed a five-year contract worth GBP £150m with Atos to enhance IT and sustainability services.
High repair costs deter electronics repair, fuels e-waste
Mon, 17th Feb 2025
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New research from Trojan Electronics reveals that 56% of consumers avoid repairing devices due to high costs, exacerbating the UK’s e-waste crisis.
What if security solutions could help your business reach its sustainability goals?
Mon, 10th Feb 2025
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As we approach 2025, businesses must embrace sustainability or risk obsolescence, with innovative security solutions now serving as essential tools for achieving these goals.
Exclusive: How HP innovations are driving BPC Commercial’s vision for AI
Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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BPC Commercial's CEO, Brian Wu, reveals how HP innovations are key to the firm's transition towards AI-driven solutions and sustainable IT practices.
O2's 3G shutdown to cause GBP £13.7m e-waste issue
Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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The phase-out of O2's 3G network could generate GBP £13.7 million in e-waste as many Britons hold onto obsolete devices due to disposal uncertainties.