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In 2011, CEQ, EPA and GSA launched a national electronics plan. 15 years later, 2.4 billion EPEAT products generated $24.6 billion in savings for buyers nationwide- In 2011, ICE Chicago relied on 1 recycling bin for 200 workers; a hybrid system of 4 centers and desk boxes raised recycling to 38% and participation to 85%
- In 2012, Chicago’s Railroad Retirement Board found new life for 3,200 pounds of electronics through reuse and recycling; the effort lifted waste diversion nearly 10%
- Miami researchers tested concrete that replaced sand with leaded CRT glass; a biopolymer helped limit lead leaching before durability damage raised concernsResearchers explored using toxic CRT glass in concrete mixtures. This hazardous waste contains significant amounts of lead, posing environm...30 Aug, 2026, 04.30 PM IST
- Many people throw away aluminum foil after cooking, but cleaning experts say it can also help remove water stains and restore a faucet's shineHard water leaves stubborn mineral rings around faucets, which are difficult to remove. A crumpled ball of aluminum foil acts as a gentle s...15 Jul, 2026, 03.44 PM IST
- Can a simple drop tell if your battery is dead? Here’s what the bounce test suggestsWhat if a single drop could reveal whether an AA battery is dead? The viral battery bounce test has fascinated millions because it appears ...13 Jul, 2026, 08.10 PM IST
- Have an old iPhone or MacBook? Apple is offering trade-ins worth more than $1,000Apple trade-in program: Apple is encouraging customers to trade in old iPhones, iPads, Apple Watches, and MacBooks. Customers can receive s...22 Jan, 2026, 07.26 PM IST
- Attero eyes expansion, may fetch Rs 1,100-crore revenue this yearAttero, with a market share of nearly 30% in India, expects to double its revenue to Rs 1,100 crores this fiscal year by expanding its vend...21 Jan, 2025, 12.00 PM IST
- How businesses can deal with growing problem of electronic wasteAlthough the problem of this ever-increasing e-waste is complex, yet it provides great value as these e-wastes are a rich source of preciou...09 Aug, 2022, 12.50 PM IST
- World Environment Day 2022: From AI waste sorting to zero-waste solutions, this CEO believes e-waste crisis can be tackled with prudenceE-waste, if not managed properly, could lead to numerous health hazards.04 Jun, 2022, 06.37 PM IST
- Recykal: Making money from India’s huge waste problemAs cities generate more and more waste, the need to effectively tackle it has become even more pressing. Recykal’s solutions are aimed at t...09 Mar, 2020, 11.47 AM IST
- Jadavpur University students launch e-waste recycling driveRishika Bhowmick and her friends from the arts department of Jadavpur university are on a mission to collect and recycle all e-waste genera...24 Aug, 2015, 01.18 PM IST
- IT sector largest generator of e-waste; underutilised recycling capacityOnly about 10 per cent of Bengaluru's e-waste recycling capacity of 37,000 tonne is utilised; Pollution Control Board pleads helplessness09 Feb, 2015, 12.28 PM IST
- Karnataka state pollution control board sends out show-cause notices to 32 electronics producersKarnataka state pollution control board is sending out show-cause notices to 32 electronics producers including Apple and Samsung for faili...24 Dec, 2014, 09.46 AM IST
- Samsung Electronics strengthens its services network“Our innovative service delivery model will enable us to deliver customer delight at each step and further drive brand loyalty,” Park added.18 Sep, 2014, 01.44 PM IST
- Dell bans e-waste export to developing countriesAlthough Dell's announcement does not mark a significant change in the PC maker's behavior, environmental groups hope that by making its st...13 May, 2009, 07.47 AM IST
- Japanese electronics giants take on "e-waste"Electronics titans at the world's largest consumer electronics trade show united to combat "e-waste" as the deadline nears for US residents...11 Jan, 2008, 09.45 AM IST
- Top consumer electronics trade show goes greenThe world's largest consumer electronics tradeshow is going green, showcasing earth-friendly technology while offsetting its own carbon foo...05 Jan, 2008, 09.10 AM IST
- Next come stores to dump your PC trash!Staples Inc. is accepting used computers, monitors that can now be dropped off at the store for a $10 fee.21 May, 2007, 05.20 PM IST
- Apple scores poorly on eco-friendly policy testApple got low marks for eco-friendly policies from Greenpeace in a survey of electronics companies by the environmental group. The Cupertin...31 Aug, 2006, 12.20 AM IST
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