Searched for
ELECTRONICS REUSE AND RECYCLING
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%
- In a 2015 Deakin University study, crushed waste glass replaced 30% of concrete sand; after 28 days, the recycled mix was 6% stronger than conventional concrete
- Don’t throw away plastic bottles: How to make DIY planters and 7 other clever hacks to reuse themPlastic bottles can be reused creatively instead of being thrown away. From DIY planters and watering cans to cable organisers, funnels, bi...28 Jul, 2026, 06.59 PM IST
- The most extraordinary rock on Earth isn't gold or diamond, but the metal is small enough to hold in your hand. Powerful enough to power a cityA plain-looking lithium rock is now more valuable to the modern economy than its appearance suggests. Hidden inside are critical minerals t...21 Jul, 2026, 09.18 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
- A pail of water may unleash India's ₹20 lakh crore opportunityIndia faces a significant water crisis, with demand projected to double supply by 2030, creating a massive ₹20 lakh crore investment opport...30 Jun, 2026, 02.12 PM IST
- India's growth story runs through waterIndia's ambitious industrial expansion faces a critical hurdle: water scarcity. As manufacturing's GDP contribution targets 25%, companies ...24 Jun, 2026, 11.38 PM IST
- Growing e-waste an opportunity for manufacturers: Tech product makersThe increase in the amount of e-waste generation is an opportunity for manufacturers, according to technology product manufacturers. E-wast...14 Oct, 2023, 07.39 PM IST
- Circular electronics biz models can create addressable market of up to USD 20 billion by 2035: StudyThe report suggests that implementing multi-brand repair services, refurbishment standards, and a product as-a-service framework could also...28 Aug, 2023, 10.55 PM IST
- 11,000 billion tonnes of garbage accumulated in India: Environment minister Bhupender YadavThe "circular economy" emphasizes on reuse and recycling waste and "turning waste to wealth" is the main motto of the central government, Y...15 Feb, 2023, 05.41 PM IST
- 11,000 Billion tonnes of garbage can be recycled: Bhupender YadavAn estimated 11,000 billion tonnes of garbage in India can be recycled, environment minister Bhupender Yadav has said. The Centre has its f...14 Feb, 2023, 11.42 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
- What is circular economy and why is it important for India?Adoption of a circular economy in India will result in yearly benefits of $624 billion by 2050 and a 44% reduction in greenhouse gas emissi...16 Jun, 2022, 05.49 PM IST
- How to effectively manage e-waste at home or in officeE-waste and its disposal are a major environmental concern that affects the entire world and causes serious health problems for anyone who ...02 Jun, 2022, 11.21 AM IST
- Circular economy: From ship to chip, a $500 billion opportunity awaits IndiaFor a country where reusing and sharing of products isn’t new, India has been unable to streamline or organise the unstructured secondhand ...18 Dec, 2021, 09.55 AM IST
- 'Clean to Green' campaign of Reverse Logistics to promote responsible e-waste disposal in IndiaIndia is currently the fifth largest producer of e-waste in the world.13 Feb, 2018, 09.21 AM IST
- Zylog to launch e-waste management software this yearIT solutions provider Zylog Systems will launch a new software to manage electronic waste in the next three-four months.07 Jul, 2008, 03.40 PM IST
- E-waste recycling: a serious businessThe government has proposed a legislation to allow third party to engage in legitimate recycling.13 Sep, 2006, 12.34 PM IST
- Delhi to be global e-waste capital soonAs many as 900 pcs and 3,500 TV sets are dismantled in the city every day for reuse of their component parts.02 Aug, 2006, 12.00 AM IST
Load More
