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
Snap launches Specs unit to drive smart glasses push
Fri, 30th Jan 2026
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gaming
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wearables
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digital entertainment
Snap forms Specs unit to spearhead next-gen smart glasses, promising AI-driven, low-friction eyewear that blends digital and real worlds.
Just how green is Australia's tech?
Wed, 28th Jan 2026
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supply chain
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power / energy
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clean technologies
Australia's tech boom hides a growing e‑waste crisis, as repair barriers, patchy recycling and high green costs stall real sustainability.
2150 closes second fund at EUR €210m for urban tech
Tue, 27th Jan 2026
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smart cities
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clean technologies
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lps
Urban tech investor 2150 closes second fund at EUR €210m, lifting total assets to EUR €500m to back climate-focused city technologies.
Australian firms deepen tech role in climate strategy
Thu, 8th Jan 2026
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digital transformation
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hyperscale
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dc
Australian IT teams are taking charge of climate goals, but data gaps and weak ROI metrics still limit real sustainability progress.
AI data centre surge tests labour, energy & grids
Fri, 12th Dec 2025
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smart cities
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hyperscale
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dc
AI data centres are set to strain power grids, labour and emissions targets, forcing the UK and Australia to rethink energy and skills plans.
AI & mixed reality fuel GPU sales surge for ETB Technologies
Fri, 21st Nov 2025
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hyperscale
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martech
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dc
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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power / energy
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clean technologies
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sustainability
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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power / energy
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clean technologies
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energy efficient
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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iot
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partner programmes
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supply chain
Australia aims to double its circular economy by 2035, boosting industry competitiveness through recycling, AI, and sustainable supply chains.
Canon Oceania awards AUD $5,000 grants to four local groups
Tue, 7th Oct 2025
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e-waste & recycling
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csr
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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hyperscale
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dc
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power / energy
Greenbox Group has acquired EraseIT to bolster e-waste reduction and IT recycling, enhancing circular economy efforts across Australia and New Zealand.
Two decades, two milestones: Celebrating 20 years of bizhub and shaping the print industry
Thu, 18th Sep 2025
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digital transformation
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rpa
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ai
Konica Minolta Australia celebrates 20 years of bizhub, marking two decades of innovation shaping print and document management technology.
Firex revolutionises fire safety with 24/7 self service warehouses
Fri, 5th Sep 2025
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supply chain
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clean technologies
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sustainability
Australian firm FIREX transforms fire safety with 24/7 self service warehouses, offering instant access to crucial protection equipment nationwide.
Sydney community drive expands e-waste recycling at university
Tue, 26th Aug 2025
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clean technologies
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printing
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sustainability
Konica Minolta Australia, Macquarie University and ANZRP's TechCollect launch Sydney drive to recycle e-waste via free drop-off events and campus bins.
MobileMuster urges Australians to recycle 13 million old phones
Thu, 21st Aug 2025
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clean technologies
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sustainability
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telstra
MobileMuster urges Australians to recycle 13 million unused phones at home through a new campaign highlighting easy recycling options and resource recovery.
How rugged technology is powering productivity in critical industries
Thu, 17th Jul 2025
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iot
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supply chain
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power / energy
Rugged technology boosts productivity and cuts costs in critical industries by reducing downtime, enabling real-time data capture, and improving durability in harsh environments.
Embedding environmental stewardship into IT governance frameworks
Tue, 24th Jun 2025
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virtualisation
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daas
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supply chain
Embedding environmental stewardship in IT governance helps businesses cut e-waste, lower energy use, and boost sustainability, driving efficiency and reputation gains.
E-waste hacking: The unknown data security crisis
Wed, 4th Jun 2025
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data protection
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datacentre infrastructure
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phishing
Australian e-waste, tripling the global average, presents rising cybersecurity risks, with 10-20% of breaches linked to improper disposal of old devices.
Supply chain leaders invest in AI & tech for resilience, growth
Wed, 4th Jun 2025
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data analytics
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digital transformation
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supply chain
Nearly 700 global supply chain leaders prioritise AI and new tech investments to boost resilience, efficiency, and sustainability over the next three years.
Exclusive: How Greenbox tackles tech waste with data security focus
Thu, 1st May 2025
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data protection
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physical security
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clean technologies
Wayne Angus, Country Manager of Greenbox, highlights the urgent need for data security and environmental sustainability in tech waste management across Australasia.