e-waste & Recycling stories
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
Brits hoard £4.14bn in unused games consoles at home
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Brits are sitting on 49m unused games consoles worth GBP £4.14bn, as cash-strapped households hoard old tech instead of trading it in.
Virgin Media O2 donates phones to tackle digital divide
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Virgin Media O2 donates hundreds of refurbished phones and free data via Multibank hubs to help tackle the UK’s widening digital divide.
Australian firms deepen tech role in climate strategy
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Australian IT teams are taking charge of climate goals, but data gaps and weak ROI metrics still limit real sustainability progress.
Pharmacy2U wins first UK online pharmacy B Corp nod
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Pharmacy2U becomes the UK’s first online pharmacy to gain B Corp status after scoring 91.4 in a global social and environmental audit.
Retailers ready for AI-driven shifts in fulfilment, returns
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Retailers brace for 2026 as AI, new packaging rules and reCommerce transform warehouse fulfilment, unboxing and returns strategies.
Singapore dominates mapping of Southeast Asia’s green tech
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Singapore hosts nearly half of Southeast Asia’s 1,089 green-tech firms, cementing its role as the region’s climate innovation hub.
AI data centre surge tests labour, energy & grids
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AI data centres are set to strain power grids, labour and emissions targets, forcing the UK and Australia to rethink energy and skills plans.
2degrees begins phased 3G shutdown across rural NZ
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2degrees has begun shutting down 3G on around 100 rural NZ sites, urging remaining users of older devices to upgrade to 4G or 5G.
Tesco trials 2D QR barcodes as EU demand for data grows
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Tesco is piloting next-generation 2D QR codes to boost transparency, cut food waste and meet tougher EU product data rules.
UK firms urged to reuse old Windows laptops to fight e-waste
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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UK firms are urged to reuse and donate old Windows 10 laptops to curb e-waste and support those facing social exclusion through SocialBox.Biz's scheme.
AI & mixed reality fuel GPU sales surge for ETB Technologies
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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ETB Technologies sees 33% rise in GPU sales revenue, driven by AI and mixed reality markets boosting demand across multiple industries.
Epson highlights emission cuts, waste reduction & new partnerships
Wed, 19th Nov 2025
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Epson Australia commits to cut emissions by 55% by 2030 and reports a 29% drop in operational waste in its latest Sustainability Impact Report.
Australia’s waste system is stuck in first gear. Here’s how to fix it
Tue, 18th Nov 2025
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Australia’s waste system is inefficient, but upcycling using advanced hydrogen technology could cut costs, emissions and power a cleaner transport network.
Why a circular economy could boost Australia’s industrial competitiveness
Mon, 17th Nov 2025
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Australia aims to double its circular economy by 2035, boosting industry competitiveness through recycling, AI, and sustainable supply chains.
HP New Zealand leads with dual sustainability certifications for IT
Mon, 10th Nov 2025
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HP New Zealand is the first IT brand to earn dual Eco Choice Aotearoa and TCO Certified labels, acknowledging its strong sustainability credentials locally and globally.
Wellington hosts first free e-waste recycling day at stadium
Tue, 21st Oct 2025
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Echo Technology will host Wellington’s first free e-waste recycling day at Sky Stadium on 2 November, helping locals dispose of old electronics responsibly.
Canon Oceania awards AUD $5,000 grants to four local groups
Tue, 7th Oct 2025
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Canon Oceania awards AUD $5,000 grants to four Australian groups supporting social, environmental, educational, and First Nations causes in 2025.
Greenbox acquires EraseIT to boost e-waste & IT recycling
Tue, 23rd Sep 2025
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Greenbox Group has acquired EraseIT to bolster e-waste reduction and IT recycling, enhancing circular economy efforts across Australia and New Zealand.
Samsung offers free Auckland drive-through e-waste collections
Mon, 22nd Sep 2025
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Samsung Electronics New Zealand will host two free drive-through e-waste collections in Auckland this October to encourage responsible disposal of old electronics.
Two decades, two milestones: Celebrating 20 years of bizhub and shaping the print industry
Thu, 18th Sep 2025
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Konica Minolta Australia celebrates 20 years of bizhub, marking two decades of innovation shaping print and document management technology.