e-waste & Recycling stories - Page 2
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
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.
Raising awareness on Circular Electronics Day initiative
Tue, 28th Jan 2025
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Circular Electronics Day, marked on 24 January, raises awareness of electronic waste, urging individuals and businesses to adopt sustainable tech practices.
Australia tackles e-waste with mobile phone recycling day
Thu, 23rd Jan 2025
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Australia ranks as the fifth largest producer of electronic waste globally, prompting a campaign to recycle 24 million unused mobile phones this January.
Australians urged to donate phones to close digital divide
Mon, 13th Jan 2025
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Research reveals that three in five Australians hoard unused phones, totaling 23 million devices, prompting calls for donations to The Reconnect Project.
TCO Certified unveils new IT sustainability criteria focus
Fri, 29th Nov 2024
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TCO Certified is set to launch new sustainability criteria for IT products, addressing e-waste and supply chain issues this December, marking a significant update.
Businesses urge UK to embrace digital deposit returns
Thu, 28th Nov 2024
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Over 60 businesses, including Ocado and Co-op, are urging the UK Government to enhance the Deposit Return Scheme with digital innovations for better recycling.
Recycling laptops empowers youth in New Zealand schools
Tue, 19th Nov 2024
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A partnership between Christchurch Boys' High School's RAD Club and Te Huarahi Linwood Avenue's Code Club has refurbished laptops to enhance digital skills for Aotearoa's youth.
PicoNext launches AI-powered app for Shopify DPP creation
Tue, 5th Nov 2024
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PicoNext has introduced a new Shopify app that allows merchants to easily create Digital Product Passports using generative AI, aiding compliance with EU regulations.
Study shows 77% of firms replace tech based on age, not use
Fri, 1st Nov 2024
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A new study reveals 77% of firms in the US and UK replace technology purely based on age, leading to unnecessary costs and e-waste concerns.
Study reveals gaps in ASX firms' e-waste reporting
Wed, 23rd Oct 2024
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Research by Sircel reveals just 19% of top Australian firms report e-waste in sustainability reports, despite it being the world's fastest-growing waste stream.
Schneider Electric launches circular UPS initiative in France
Mon, 21st Oct 2024
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Schneider Electric has launched an industry-first circular economy initiative for UPS systems in France, aiming to enhance sustainability without sacrificing performance.
Study reveals top mobile operators for sustainability 2024
Tue, 15th Oct 2024
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A new study by Juniper Research identifies KDDI, Deutsche Telekom, and Verizon as leaders in sustainable practices among global mobile network operators.
Study reveals tech & regulation drive sustainability goals
Tue, 8th Oct 2024
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A new Capgemini report reveals that 70% of Australian businesses are driven by regulation to advance sustainability despite geopolitical hurdles.
Ur.co.uk unveils urBusiness, reshaping refurbished handset market
Fri, 20th Sep 2024
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Ur.co.uk launches urBusiness, a game-changing venture in the refurbished handset market, ensuring quality, reliability, and sustainability for B2B customers.
RAD launches video urging corporate laptop donations in NZ
Wed, 28th Aug 2024
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Recycle A Device (RAD) unveils a video urging New Zealand businesses to donate used laptops, aiming to bridge the digital divide and promote sustainability.
Exclusive: Greenbox's CEO discusses e-waste, AI, and future growth
Fri, 23rd Aug 2024
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Ross Thompson, CEO of Greenbox, targets a global shift in e-waste management, leveraging AI and sustainability to drive future growth in the circular economy.
Act now: AMTA warns Aussies to upgrade before 3G shutdown
Thu, 18th Jul 2024
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Australians urged to upgrade 3G devices within six weeks as Telstra and Optus prepare to shut down their 3G networks, impacting emergency call capability.
Samsara Eco secures AUD $100M to expand plastic recycling
Tue, 2nd Jul 2024
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Samsara Eco, an Australian enviro-tech firm, has raised AUD $100M in Series A+ funding, led by Temasek and Main Sequence, to scale its plastic recycling capabilities.
AMTA launches tool to ensure mobile viability post 3G shutdown
Thu, 27th Jun 2024
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The Australian Mobile Telecommunications Association unveils Check my Device, a tool helping Australians ensure mobile device support post-3G shutdown for emergency calls.
Vertiv's 2023 report shows strides in sustainability efforts
Wed, 5th Jun 2024
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Vertiv's 2023 Responsible Business Report unveils the “One Vertiv, One World” plan, detailing strides in environmental impact and governance.