e-waste & Recycling stories - Page 5
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
Arnies Recon to help e-recycle during the festive season
Fri, 11th Nov 2022
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Arnies Recon has saved over 4.5 thousand tonnes of appliances and electronics from landfill in the last three years.
Aotearoa businesses sitting on untapped goldmine of old tech
Tue, 13th Sep 2022
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Study finds New Zealand businesses are not truly aware of the economic benefits of sustainable e-waste management.
Seagate announces next gen advanced storage arrays
Fri, 9th Sep 2022
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The new Exos X systems feature up to twice the performance of the previous generation and enhanced enterprise-class durability, the company states.
Apple announces the next generation of AirPods Pro
Thu, 8th Sep 2022
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Apple unveils new AirPods Pro with advanced features like noise cancellation, touch control, longer battery life, and personalised spatial audio.
NZ program recovers and recycles more than 177 tonnes of e-waste
Tue, 9th Aug 2022
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The TechCollect NZ pilot program says its milestone of recovering and recycling more than 177 tonnes of ICT e-waste recognises the efforts of many.
Driving the Green Software Framework with Accenture
Mon, 11th Jul 2022
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Technology's share of the world's carbon footprint is set to reach 14% by 2040. Accenture has outlined key areas of impact to create sustainable change.
Reducing e-waste and promoting sustainability in the PC industry
Tue, 3rd May 2022
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Australian e-waste is causing devastating environmental impact, with only 1% of TVs and 10% of PCs being recycled.
Australian businesses are prematurely discarding devices
Fri, 22nd Apr 2022
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SOTI research finds 72% of IT leaders in Australian corporations think devices are being disposed of unnecessarily, despite many having sustainability targets.
NZ’s first and only e-waste sorting machine launched
Fri, 22nd Apr 2022
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Computer Recycling launches e-waste shredder and MSS optical sorting machine BLUBOX, which is able to sort out a tonne of e-waste per hour.
Logitech scales the use of recycled plastic in its products
Wed, 16th Feb 2022
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Logitech has exceeded its commitment to incorporate post-consumer recycled plastic into products, reducing its carbon impact.
TechCollect NZ, Warehouse Stationery offer e-waste recycling in handful of stores
Wed, 9th Feb 2022
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While it's a step in the right direction towards managing NZ's e-waste, the lack of accessible locations means that many Kiwis miss out.
Wearables market to reach 344.9 million shipments in 2022, lead by sports and fitness trackers
Fri, 28th Jan 2022
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Wearable shipments are predicted to continue rising, with the global market projected to reach 344.9 million shipments in 2022, a growth increase of 13.2%.
The link between enterprise data security and sustainability
Fri, 29th Oct 2021
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There is a link between enterprise data security and sustainability, according to a new report from Blancco Technology Group.
Cloud, sustainability, digital adoption - APAC tech predictions for 2022
Thu, 28th Oct 2021
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Digital government services, anywhere-work arrangements, sustainability practices, and cloud first strategies are predicted as leading trends in Asia Pacific.
International E-Waste Day: Recycle your gadgets, save the earth
Thu, 14th Oct 2021
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Today is International E-Waste Day, shedding light on the increasing problem of electronic waste and the need for action.
Quiz reveals awareness of the growing e-waste problem worldwide
Thu, 30th Sep 2021
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Almost all consumers are aware that e-waste poses a danger to human health, according to a global quiz ahead of International E-Waste Day.
Skip the landfill: How a call for IT donations is helping students in need
Tue, 31st Aug 2021
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IT lifecycle services company TES Australia has partnered with LiteHaus International to bridge the digital divide by donating devices to students in need.
Why a US company called Framework could change laptop design forever
Thu, 5th Aug 2021
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Framework believes the consumer electronics industry is completely broken - so it's starting a laptop revolution.
Productivity Commission seeking feedback on Right to Repair report
Tue, 15th Jun 2021
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The report explores ways in which governments and manufacturers could improve their products and repair processes for independent repairers and consumers.
EXCLUSIVE: The right to repair & why NZ must rethink the e-waste problem
Fri, 11th Jun 2021
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What if there was a way to extend the lifespan of products before they end up in landfill? Device repairability seems like a logical step.