e-waste & Recycling stories - Page 9
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
Government’s million-dollar ewaste boost - Updated
Wed, 10th Aug 2011
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The government pledges an extra USD $1 million to tackle electronic waste, funding new recycling depots and a national awareness campaign.
Conversation starters
Mon, 1st Aug 2011
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This website archives some of the weirdest, most interesting, and above all, random, facts you will ever come across.
New Zealand facing ewaste crisis
Tue, 12th Jul 2011
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New Zealand faces an ewaste crisis with 2.2 million TVs and 1.5 million computers set to be discarded. Calls for government regulation are growing.
Cloud as foundation for sustainable organisations
Wed, 1st Jun 2011
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There are plenty of green benefits from Cloud computing, says Alison Rowe, Global Executive Director Sustainability, Fujitsu Australia and New Zealand.
Going green on the bottom line
Wed, 1st Jun 2011
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Sustainability in IT: A balancing act of risks and rewards as firms navigate green technology's evolving landscape.
E-Waste – The Path to Product Stewardship
Sun, 1st May 2011
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NZ lags behind in e-waste management, needing urgent collaboration for interim stewardship solutions amid growing electronic waste concerns.
Leasing to meet green commitments
Sun, 1st May 2011
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Leasing equipment can be an option for Kiwi businesses committed to sustainability, says Paul Beattie, Managing Director of Equico.
The Green Cloud – And Virtualisation
Sun, 1st May 2011
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Businesses driving green initiatives thrive with virtualisation, slashing energy costs by 80% and minimising e-waste. A sustainable future awaits.
Focus on corporate responsibility key to profitable business
Sun, 1st May 2011
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NZ businesses focusing on genuine corporate responsibility find it's not just ethical, but profitable too, with Ricoh leading by example.
Channelling the green message
Sun, 1st May 2011
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IT&C vendors evolve, aiming for eco-friendliness to meet the rising demand for sustainable tech among informed customers.
Recycle your old PC for free
Mon, 1st Nov 2010
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NZ gears up for eDay on Nov 6th, offering over 50 spots to safely recycle PCs and phones, aiming to combat e-waste and protect the environment.
State of the art
Wed, 1st Sep 2010
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Unleash your creativity and help save the planet with crafts from everyday items! Dive into crafting for fun and stylish home improvements.
A new lease of life
Sun, 1st Aug 2010
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Reviving IT assets offers a greener future, marrying economic gains with environmental responsibility—a vision for sustainable tech evolution.
The secret to overcoming objections
Sun, 1st Aug 2010
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New Zealand’s Emissions Trading Scheme pressures businesses to cut carbon footprints, championing green IT solutions despite cost objections.
Thriving in the face of adversity
Sun, 1st Aug 2010
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While the initial hype surrounding green IT may have died down, the interest and implementation of green products and services continues to rise.
Recycle your old mobile for money
Thu, 3rd Jun 2010
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A new recycling scheme in New Zealand offers between NZD $1 and NZD $512 for old mobile phones, aiming to reduce landfill waste and aid developing countries.
Green Government
Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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The UK gov updates procurement policies to focus on green tech and tackles e-waste, showing serious commitment to combatting climate change.
Green with envy
Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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As critics debate NZ's green impact, the nation's slow but rising environmental awareness suggests eco-critics may soon be history's footnotes.
Look at the green print
Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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Choosing a truly green printing vendor can be challenging due to pervasive 'green washing.' Here's how to identify genuine eco-friendly options.
Recycling those IT cast-offs
Tue, 1st Jun 2010
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Just throwing away that old computer equipment is no longer acceptable, as it contains things toxic to the environment.