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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
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AI data centre surge tests labour, energy & grids

Fri, 12th Dec 2025
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Firex revolutionises fire safety with 24/7 self service warehouses

Fri, 5th Sep 2025
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Australian firm FIREX transforms fire safety with 24/7 self service warehouses, offering instant access to crucial protection equipment nationwide.
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Sydney community drive expands e-waste recycling at university

Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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Konica Minolta Australia, Macquarie University and ANZRP's TechCollect launch Sydney drive to recycle e-waste via free drop-off events and campus bins.
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MobileMuster urges Australians to recycle 13 million old phones

Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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MobileMuster urges Australians to recycle 13 million unused phones at home through a new campaign highlighting easy recycling options and resource recovery.
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How rugged technology is powering productivity in critical industries

Thu, 17th Jul 2025
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Rugged technology boosts productivity and cuts costs in critical industries by reducing downtime, enabling real-time data capture, and improving durability in harsh environments.
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Embedding environmental stewardship into IT governance frameworks

Tue, 24th Jun 2025
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Embedding environmental stewardship in IT governance helps businesses cut e-waste, lower energy use, and boost sustainability, driving efficiency and reputation gains.
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E-waste hacking: The unknown data security crisis

Wed, 4th Jun 2025
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Australian e-waste, tripling the global average, presents rising cybersecurity risks, with 10-20% of breaches linked to improper disposal of old devices.
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Supply chain leaders invest in AI & tech for resilience, growth

Wed, 4th Jun 2025
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Nearly 700 global supply chain leaders prioritise AI and new tech investments to boost resilience, efficiency, and sustainability over the next three years.
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Exclusive: How Greenbox tackles tech waste with data security focus

Thu, 1st May 2025
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Wayne Angus, Country Manager of Greenbox, highlights the urgent need for data security and environmental sustainability in tech waste management across Australasia.
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Sustainable IT strategies drive both savings & green goals

Tue, 22nd Apr 2025
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Organisations are boosting sustainability and savings by maximising IT device lifecycles, prioritising reuse, resale, and strategic asset recovery over disposal.
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What if security solutions could help your business reach its sustainability goals?

Mon, 10th Feb 2025
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As we approach 2025, businesses must embrace sustainability or risk obsolescence, with innovative security solutions now serving as essential tools for achieving these goals.
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Exclusive: How HP innovations are driving BPC Commercial's vision for AI

Mon, 3rd Feb 2025
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BPC Commercial's CEO, Brian Wu, reveals how HP innovations are key to the firm's transition towards AI-driven solutions and sustainable IT practices.
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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.