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productronica | how biodegradable materials and printed electronics can decrease e-waste
At productronica 2023, Professor Jukka Hast of the VTT Technical Research Centre of Finland delivered a forward-looking talk on the intersection of sustainability and technology, specifically addressing the strides in flexible, biodegradable; recyclable and hybrid printed electronics.
Recover E: a Formula E racing car built entirely from e-waste
In an ambitious quest to redefine sustainable innovation in the automotive industry, a unique collaboration between Lazerian and Envision Racing materialised into a project: the creation of a fully functional Gen 3 racing car, constructed entirely from electronic waste, or 'e-waste'.
Think circular on International E-Waste Day
For International E-Waste Day (14th October) – part of the possibly more familiar Recycling Week – Gavin Miller, CEO, Asurion Europe is offering tips on dealing with unused tech at home or in the workplace.
How e-waste is creating worldwide environmental and health crisis
E-waste, or electronic waste, is a growing problem worldwide.According to estimates, 40 million metric tons of e-waste was generated in 2017 alone. This has created an environmental and health crisis worldwide as people are exposed to hazardous materials found in electronics like lead, mercury, arsenic, and cadmium.
Powercast receives Smart Buildings Innovation Award
Powercast announced that its Wireless 25-Year Maintenance-FreeBuilding Automation Sensor and Controller Technology for HVAC and LightingSystems has received anIoT Evolution Smart Buildings Innovation Awardfrom IoT Evolution World.
VAT must be dropped on electronic spares and repairs
James Rigg, CEO of Trojan Electronics, and Chairman of CLEAR, a trade body for consumer electrical leaders, is calling for the Chancellor to consider removing VAT on electrical spares and repairs.
Curbside collection of electronic waste must be fast-tracked
On Global Recycling Day, James Rigg, CEO of Trojan Electronics and Chairman of CLEAR, a trade body of consumer electrical leaders, is urging the government and electronics manufacturers to come together to support nationwide curbside collection of electronic waste, in order to meet sustainability goals.
UK Government pushed to address ‘e-waste tsunami’
The Environment Audit Committee has highlighted the UK government's insufficient efforts in addressing e-waste.
Designing for durability and circularity in consumer electronics
There is a worrying trend within modern manufacturing for ‘planned obsolescence’ whereby electronic devices are being designed to be sent to landfills.
Electronic Specifier’s CEO battles against illegal waste dumping
Hoad's Wood, near Ashford in Kent, once a haven for a diverse range of birds, insects, and trees, is now a site for the illegal dumping of commercial waste.