#Precious Metals E-Waste Recovery Market

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A Deep Dive into the Precious Metals E-Waste Recovery Market: Insights and Analysis

The global precious metals e-waste recovery market size is anticipated to reach USD 8.75 billion by 2030, registering a CAGR of 5.0% from 2024 to 2030, according to a new report by Grand View Research, Inc. The demand for precious metals, including gold, silver, palladium, and platinum in industrial applications is projected to benefit the market growth. Gold is used in electronics, medical treatments, and aerospace applications. Silver has applications in the electronics, antibiotics, photography, cutlery, and energy sectors. Platinum and palladium have applications in the electronics, catalytic conversion, computer parts, medicine, and oil refining sectors, among others. Consumer electronics, such as cell phones, laptops, etc., have a short life span.

These products are updated regularly by manufacturing companies, and thus, new models are released in the market. This generates a high volume of end-of-life electronic products that contain high-value metals. This has boosted the recovery of precious metals as many companies have realized the potential of such electronic waste. The recycling rate in North America and Asia Pacific is very low compared to European countries. This represents an opportunity for market participants, as these two regions also have high e-waste generation in the world. Many companies have started investing in precious metals e-waste recovery as the value of metals obtained after recycling is very high.

For instance, Hindalco Industries Ltd. announced an investment of USD 240.9 million for e-waste and copper recycling in India. The rising awareness about sustainability across different end-use industries has been a pivotal factor driving the adoption of recycled precious metals. One key aspect of this awareness is the realization that traditional metal production, which involves extracting and refining raw ore, is resource-intensive and contributes significantly to carbon emissions. This fuels the demand for recycled metals as they mitigate the requirement for such energy-intensive processes. These metals align with principles of circular economy wherein materials can be reused and recycled, thereby reducing the overall environmental footprint.

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Precious Metals E-Waste Recovery Market Report Highlights

• The consumer electronics segment dominated the market with a revenue share of more than 40% in 2023

• The segment is expected to benefit from rising per capita income and resultant increased demand for products, such as cell phones, headphones, wearables, etc.

• The household appliances segment is expected to register the second-fastest CAGR from 2024 to 2030

• Demand for products, such as refrigerators, washing machines, stoves, and air conditioners, is expected to result in e-waste generation, thus positively influencing segment growth

• Gold is likely to emerge as the largest segment, primarily due to the high value, and difficulty in extraction of metal

• Asia Pacific is expected to remain the fastest-growing region over the forecast period. Most of the countries in the region have informal markets; however, rising awareness of recycling is likely to benefit industry growth

Precious Metals E-Waste Recovery Market Segmentation

Grand View Research has segmented the global precious metals e-waste recovery market on the basis of metal, source, and region:

Precious Metals E-Waste Recovery Metal Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

• Gold

• Silver

• Others

Precious Metals E-Waste Recovery Source Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

• Household Appliances

• IT & Telecommunication

• Consumer Electronics

• Others

Precious Metals E-Waste Recovery Regional Outlook (Volume, Kilotons; Revenue, USD Million, 2018 - 2030)

• North America

o U.S.

o Canada

o Mexico

• Europe

o Germany

o Belgium

o UK

o Italy

o Sweden

• Asia Pacific

o Japan

o China

o India

o South Korea

o Malaysia

• Latin America

o Brazil

• Middle East & Africa

o South Africa

o UAE

o Egypt

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Precious Metals E-Waste Recovery Market is expected to witness a CAGR of more than 4.6% between 2020 and 2025

The global "Precious Metals E-Waste Recovery Market by Source(Household Appliances, It & Telecommunication, Consumer Electronics), Metal (Copper, Gold, Silver), & Geography - Global Forecast to 2025"The precious metals e-waste recovery market is projected to grow from USD 9.4 billion in 2020 to USD 11.8 billion by 2025, at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 4.6% during the forecast period. Growing investments in precious metals in emerging countries of Asia Pacific, demand from end-use industries and the necessity to treat e-waste before disposal are the key factors driving the growth of the precious metals e-waste recovery market.

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Copper is expected to be the fastest-growing metal segment of the precious metals e-waste recovery market.

Based on metal, the copper segment is projected to grow at the highest CAGR from 2020 to 2025. Use of copper in building construction, power generation and transmission, electronic product manufacturing, and the production of industrial machinery and transportation vehicles is expected to increase consumption of copper during the forecast period. Copper wiring and plumbing are also integral to the appliances, heating and cooling systems, and telecommunications links used every day in homes and businesses resulting in an increased consumption during the forecast period.  

Household Appliances is expected to be the fastest-growing source segment in the precious metals e-waste recovery market.

Based on source, the household appliances segment is expected to grow at the highest CAGR from 2020 to 2025. Household appliances are electric and electromechanical devices which assist in homemaking and home functions such as cooking, cleaning and food preservation. Increasing population, urbanization and rising disposable income are projected to increase demand for electronic household appliances during the forecast period.

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Asia Pacific is expected to be the fastest-growing regional segment in the precious metals e-waste recovery market.

The precious metals e-waste recovery market in the Asia Pacific region is expected to grow at the highest CAGR during the forecast period. China, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan and Malaysia are the key countries contributing to the high demand for precious metals in the Asia Pacific region. Availability of cheap labor and raw materials has resulted in making Asia Pacific a preferred region for manufacturing facilities of electronic and automobile companies which consume precious metals for better conductivity and to limit pollution respectively. This makes Asia Pacific the fastest-growing region of the precious metals e-waste recovery market.

Some of the leading players operating in the precious metals e-waste recovery market include Johnson Matthey Plc (UK), Sims Limited (US), EnviroLeach Technologies Inc. (Canada), Umicore NV (Belgium), Materion Corporation (US), Boliden AB (Sweden), DOWA Holdings Co., Ltd. (Japan), Heraeus Holding GmbH (Germany), TES-AMM Pte. Ltd. (Singapore), Metallix Refining Inc. (US), and Tanaka Precious Metals (Japan) among others.

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E-waste Disposal Market Detailed Strategies, Competitive Landscaping and Developments for next 5 years

Latest released the research study on Global E-waste Disposal Market, offers a detailed overview of the factors influencing the global business scope. E-waste Disposal Market research report shows the latest market insights, current situation analysis with upcoming trends and breakdown of the products and services. The report provides key statistics on the market status, size, share, growth factors of the E-waste Disposal The study covers emerging player’s data, including: competitive landscape, sales, revenue and global market share of top manufacturers are Sims Recycling Solutions (United Kingdom), Eletronic Recyclers International (United States), Kuusakoski (Finland), Umicore (Belgium), Waste Management Inc. (United States), Global Electric Electronic Processing (GEEP) (Canada), Hunan VARY Tech Co. Ltd. (China), Universal Recycling Technologies LLC (URT) (United States), Electrocycling (Germany), Cimelia Resource Recovery Pte Ltd. (Singapore), Veolia (France), Dynamic Recycling (United States)

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E-waste Disposal Market Definition:

E-waste, also called as electronic waste and e-scrap, is the discarded electronic devices or trash generated from broken, surplus and obsolete e-devices. Electronic recycling is the process of recovering various material such as copper, aluminium, gold, silver, plastic, glass, and many others from old devices to use in a new series of products. According to American disposal services, approximately 20 to 50 million metric tons of electronic devices are discarded each year

Market Trend:

New Product Launches with Updated Features and Additional Services

Market Drivers:

A scarcity of Precious Metals

High Rate of Obsolescence of Electronic Gadgets

Increasing Number of Initiatives by Various Organizations Coupled with Formation of Strict Regulatory Frameworks

Market Opportunities:

Ongoing Sale of Electronics Products Worldwide

The Global E-waste Disposal Market segments and Market Data Break Down are illuminated below:

by Application (Material Recycling, Components Recycling), Source Type (Infocomm Technology (ICT) Equipment (Computers, Laptops, Mobile Phones, Other), Home Appliances (Refrigerators, Lightings, Television and Other), Other (Medical Equipment, Toys)), Material Recovery (Metal, Plastic, Glass, Others)

Region Included are: North America, Europe, Asia Pacific, Oceania, South America, Middle East & Africa

Country Level Break-Up: United States, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Argentina, Colombia, Chile, South Africa, Nigeria, Tunisia, Morocco, Germany, United Kingdom (UK), the Netherlands, Spain, Italy, Belgium, Austria, Turkey, Russia, France, Poland, Israel, United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, China, Japan, Taiwan, South Korea, Singapore, India, Australia and New Zealand etc.

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Strategic Points Covered in Table of Content of Global E-waste Disposal Market:

Chapter 1: Introduction, market driving force product Objective of Study and Research Scope the E-waste Disposal market

Chapter 2: Exclusive Summary – the basic information of the E-waste Disposal Market.

Chapter 3: Displayingthe Market Dynamics- Drivers, Trends and Challenges of the E-waste Disposal

Chapter 4: Presenting the E-waste Disposal Market Factor Analysis Porters Five Forces, Supply/Value Chain, PESTEL analysis, Market Entropy, Patent/Trademark Analysis.

Chapter 5: Displaying market size by Type, End User and Region 2015-2020

Chapter 6: Evaluating the leading manufacturers of the E-waste Disposal market which consists of its Competitive Landscape, Peer Group Analysis, BCG Matrix & Company Profile

Chapter 7: To evaluate the market by segments, by countries and by manufacturers with revenue share and sales by key countries (2021-2026).

Chapter 8 & 9: Displaying the Appendix, Methodology and Data Source

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The Hidden Dangers of Improper E-Waste Disposal and the Benefits of WEEE Recycling

Introduction: 

In our technologically advanced world, electronic devices have become an integral part of our lives. However, the rapid pace of innovation and consumer demand has led to a significant increase in electronic waste, or e-waste. Improper disposal of e-waste poses hidden dangers to the environment and human health. This article explores the risks associated with improper e-waste disposal and highlights the benefits of WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) recycling.

Hidden Dangers of Improper E-Waste Disposal:

Environmental Contamination: Improper disposal of e-waste, such as throwing devices in landfills or incinerating them, releases toxic substances into the environment. Electronic devices contain hazardous materials like lead, mercury, cadmium, and brominated flame retardants. These substances can leach into soil, contaminate water sources, and pollute the air, leading to ecological imbalances and long-term damage to ecosystems.

Soil and Water Pollution: Toxic substances from e-waste can seep into the soil, contaminating agricultural lands and affecting crop growth. When these contaminants reach water bodies, they can pollute freshwater sources, harming aquatic life and posing risks to human health through the food chain. The accumulation of heavy metals and chemicals in the environment can have far-reaching consequences on ecosystems and biodiversity.

Health Risks: Improper handling and disposal of e-waste expose workers and nearby communities to health hazards. Recycling operations in informal or unregulated settings may involve manual dismantling and extraction of valuable materials, leading to direct exposure to toxic substances. Inhalation of toxic fumes, ingestion of contaminated food or water, and skin contact with hazardous materials can result in various health issues, including respiratory problems, neurological disorders, organ damage, and even cancer.

Benefits of WEEE Recycling:

Resource Conservation: WEEE recycling plays a vital role in conserving valuable resources. Electronic devices contain precious metals, such as gold, silver, and copper, as well as other reusable materials like plastic and glass. Recycling e-waste allows for the extraction and recovery of these resources, reducing the need for raw material extraction through mining and minimizing the strain on natural resources.

Reduction of Energy Consumption: Recycling electronic waste requires less energy compared to the production of new devices from raw materials. Extracting metals from e-waste consumes significantly less energy and emits fewer greenhouse gases compared to the mining and refining processes. By recycling e-waste, we conserve energy resources and contribute to the global efforts to combat climate change.

Economic Opportunities: WEEE recycling presents economic opportunities and job creation. The establishment of recycling facilities and the demand for skilled workers in the recycling sector contribute to employment and economic growth. Additionally, the refurbishment and resale of functional electronic devices provide affordable options for consumers and support the development of a secondary market.

Environmental Protection: WEEE recycling plays a crucial role in minimizing environmental pollution. Proper recycling processes ensure the safe disposal and management of hazardous materials found in e-waste, preventing their release into the environment. By reducing the amount of e-waste sent to landfills and incinerators, recycling helps protect ecosystems, conserve natural resources, and mitigate the overall environmental impact of electronic devices.

Promoting Responsible E-Waste Disposal and WEEE Recycling:

Raise Awareness: Educating the public about the hidden dangers of improper e-waste disposal is crucial. Awareness campaigns and educational programs can inform individuals about the risks and benefits of proper e-waste management. Sharing information about local recycling options and providing guidance on responsible disposal practices can encourage individuals to take action.

Implement Legislation and Regulations: Governments should enact and enforce legislation that promotes responsible e-waste management. Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) policies can hold manufacturers accountable for the entire lifecycle of their products, including their disposal. Governments can also provide incentives for recycling and establish proper infrastructure for collection, recycling, and safe disposal of e-waste.

Support Recycling Initiatives: Collaboration among various stakeholders is essential for effective e-waste recycling. Governments, manufacturers, recycling facilities, and consumers should work together to develop and support recycling initiatives. This includes the establishment of convenient collection points, the improvement of recycling technologies, and the encouragement of sustainable practices throughout the electronics industry.

Conclusion: 

The improper disposal of e-waste poses significant risks to the environment and human health. By understanding the hidden dangers associated with improper e-waste disposal and embracing WEEE recycling, we can mitigate these risks and reap the benefits of responsible e-waste management. Through awareness, effective legislation, and collaborative efforts, we can protect the environment, conserve valuable resources, and safeguard the well-being of current and future generations.

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Global Precious Metals E-Waste Recovery Market Competitive Strategies and Forecasts to 2031

The Precious Metals E-Waste Recovery Global Market Report 2021-31 by The Business Research Company describes and explains the global precious metals e-waste recovery market and covers 2016 to 2021, termed the historic period, and 2022 to 2026, termed the forecast period, along with further forecasts for the period 2026-2031. The report evaluates the market across each region and for the major economies within each region.

The Precious Metals E-Waste Recovery Global Market Report 2022 covers precious metals e-waste recovery market drivers, precious metals e-waste recovery market trends, precious metals e-waste recovery market segments, precious metals e-waste recovery market growth rate, precious metals e-waste recovery market major players, and precious metals e-waste recovery market size.

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The global precious metals e-waste recovery market size is expected to grow from $9.22 billion in 2021 to $9.61 billion in 2022 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 4.28%. The growth in the market is mainly due to the companies resuming their operations and adapting to the new normal while recovering from the COVID-19 impact, which had earlier led to restrictive containment measures involving social distancing, remote working, and the closure of commercial activities that resulted in operational challenges. The global precious metal e-waste recovery market share is expected to reach $11.51 billion in 2026 at a CAGR of 4.61%.

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TBRC’s report covers the precious metals e-waste recovery market segments- 1) By Type: Palladium, Copper, Gold, Silver, Nickel, Platinum

2) By Source: Household Appliances, IT and Telecommunication, Consumer Electronics, Small Industrial Tools, Professional Medical Tools

Table Of Contents

1. Executive Summary

2. Precious Metals E-Waste Recovery  Market Characteristics

3. Precious Metals E-Waste Recovery  Market Trends And Strategies

4. Impact Of COVID-19 On Precious Metals E-Waste Recovery 

5. Precious Metals E-Waste Recovery  Market Size And Growth

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26. Africa Precious Metals E-Waste Recovery  Market 

27. Precious Metals E-Waste Recovery  Market Competitive Landscape And Company Profiles

28. Key Mergers And Acquisitions In The Precious Metals E-Waste Recovery  Market

29. Precious Metals E-Waste Recovery  Market Future Outlook and Potential Analysis

30. Appendix

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Precious Metals E-waste Recovery Market Worth $11.8 Billion By 2025 | What You Need To Know In 2021

The "Precious Metals E-Waste Recovery Market by Source(Household Appliances, It & Telecommunication, Consumer Electronics), Metal (Copper, Gold, Silver), & Geography - Global Forecast to 2025"The precious metals e-waste recovery market is projected to grow from USD 9.4 billion in 2020 to USD 11.8 billion by 2025, at a Compound Annual Growth Rate bu during the forecast period. Growing investments in precious metals in emerging countries of Asia Pacific, demand from end-use industries.

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In October 2020, EnviroLeach Technologies Inc. announced a 100 MT per month waste printed circuit board feedstock agreement with an undisclosed European supplier. The undisclosed supplier is a major player in the electronic waste sector and has an extensive network of relationships across European and Asian markets. This development will help EnviroLeach Technologies to expand its geographic reach in European and Asian markets along with a steady supply of raw materials for precious metals recovery.

In August 2020, Sims Lifecycle Services, an operating segment of Sims Limited, announced the opening of its Tampa Innovation Center in Florida, US, the construction of which began in March 2019. This site is dedicated to the increasing redeployment, reuse, and recyclability of waste electronic and IT equipment, including data center materials. This additional facility will help the company to work with its North American clients closely along with providing sustainable solutions for waste electronics.

COVID-19 Impact on the Global Precious Metals E-waste Recovery Market

The precious metals e-waste recovery market includes major Tier I and II companies like Johnson Matthey Plc (UK), Sims Limited (US), EnviroLeach Technologies Inc. (Canada), Umicore NV (Belgium), Materion Corporation (US), Boliden AB (Sweden), DOWA Holdings Co., Ltd. (Japan), Heraeus Holding GmbH (Germany), TES-AMM Pte. Ltd. (Singapore), Metallix Refining Inc. (US), and Tanaka Precious Metals (Japan).

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Some of the leading players operating in the precious metals e-waste recovery market include Johnson Matthey Plc (UK), Sims Limited (US), EnviroLeach Technologies Inc. (Canada), Umicore NV (Belgium), Materion Corporation (US), Boliden AB (Sweden), DOWA Holdings Co., Ltd. (Japan), Heraeus Holding GmbH (Germany), TES-AMM Pte. Ltd. (Singapore), Metallix Refining Inc. (US), and Tanaka Precious Metals (Japan) among others.

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Environmental solutions to go global

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Environmental solutions to go global

Flinders University synthetic chemistry lab Associate Professor Justin Chalker, right, with Chalker Lab researcher Nicholas Lundquist. Credit: Flinders University/SA Government

New Australian technology that could fix some of the world’s biggest environmental pollution problems—oil spills, mercury pollution and fertiliser runoff—will soon be available to global markets following the signing of a landmark partnership with Flinders University.

The collaboration, between new generation environmental technology company Clean Earth Technologies (CET) and the Chalker Research Lab at Flinders, will support ongoing development of the absorbent polysulfide “clean-up” agent invented by award-winning Flinders scientist Associate Professor Justin Chalker.

Clean Earth Technologies executives have formalised the agreement which assigns a suite of patents to the Singapore-based company. CET will commercialise the new polysulfide material for global markets, with plans to set up the first manufacturing facility in South Australia.

The Chalker Research Lab’s latest academic paper unveils a new class of sulfur polymers that are eight times faster at capturing mercury in water than previous polysulfides, and significantly improved over elemental sulfur alone, which is commonly used in mercury spill kits.

The research found that all of the polysulfides studied were exceptionally effective at trapping various forms of mercury, including a mercury-based fungicide that can pollute water, and is often used on sugarcane, potatoes and rice. The patent for these polymers is now owned by CET.

‘Mercury Sorbents Made By Inverse Vulcanization of Sustainable Triglycerides: The Plant Oil Structure Influences the Rate of Mercury Removal from Water’ (February 2020) by AD Tikoalu, NA Lundquist and JM Chalker has been published in Advanced Sustainable Systems DOI: 10.1002/adsu.201900111

The new solutions complement CET’s existing cyanide and mercury-free gold processing technology.

What is the polysulfide product?

The polysulfide is a polymer that absorbs pollutants and is made from two low-cost ingredients—sulfur, a waste by-product of the petroleum industry which is currently stockpiled in massive volumes around the world, and plant oil, such as canola. It can even be made from waste cooking oil.

How are the polymers used?

The Chalker research team is experimenting with a range of polysulfides for different uses. The material has already proven to be effective in managing agricultural fertiliser release, capturing mercury pollution in its various forms, and absorbing oil spills.

Examples include:

Mercury—a toxic neuro-poison, is a problem by-product for industries like oil and gas, coal-fired power plants, mineral processes, and agriculture. As well as being a health threat—it is banned in many countries—mercury can cause brittle pipes increasing maintenance costs and safety risks.

Oil and gas—variations of the new polysulfide efficiently soak up spills—from removing oil slicks on the surface of oceans and waterways, to domestic garages and driveways.

Fertiliser—The polysulfide can be mixed with nutrients, forming a fertiliser-composite that helps slow/control the release of nitrogen, phosphorus, and potassium (NPK) nutrients. This optimises crop feeding and limits damaging runoff into the environment. It differs from many commercial slow-release fertilisers, because it does not leave behind microplastic residue.

E-Waste: While not a polymer, the second patent assigned to CET investigates a variety of benign methods for recycling and managing e-waste.

The patents cover numerous areas, including a class of novel polymers used for environmental remediation, and a new mercury- and cyanide-free method of precious metal extraction and recovery.

The agreement also includes a research collaboration that will provide ongoing funding for Associate Professor Chalker and his team, including scholarships and salaries for researchers, and royalties as they continue to find new ways to use the breakthrough product.

Flinders University Deputy Vice-Chancellor (Research) Professor Robert Saint congratulated Associate Professor Chalker and his team for making big inroads into solving real-world problems via the commercialisation of the new green polymer technology.

“World-class research at Flinders University addresses challenges of local, national and global significance to deliver outcomes that improve lives,” Professor Saint says. “I can think of no better example than the work of the Chalker Laboratory in turning their outstanding research into new resources that can be used to deliver a cleaner world.”

CET Chairman and Co-Founder Paul Hanna says the partnership is an important step forward in the company’s search for an answer to some of the world’s most pressing environmental waste problems.

“We are heavily focused on some of the biggest and most challenging environmental problems in the world today—devastating oil spills, growing piles of e-waste and toxic mercury pollution,” Mr Hanna says.

“Most countries are grappling with the same big issues and they come at a huge financial, social and environmental cost.

“We are looking for smarter, more effective solutions and our partnership with Flinders University, and the Chalker Research Lab, will go a long way to addressing many of these problems.

“Technology like this, that uses waste to solve waste problems, has huge advantages for industry at the big end of town. It can also save the lives of thousands of small, artisanal miners around the world who use poisonous chemicals, like mercury, to survive and the communities around them.”

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Electronics Waste Recycling - A Fight Against E-WASTE

E-Waste or Electronics Waste has become one of the most crucial problem of the present era. The explosive growth of the electronics industry may have proved a boon for the economy but it surely is a bane for humanity. Our desire for new gadgets or the avocation to change our devices often has led to the stuffing of landfills.

1. According to a January 2019 report from the World Economic Forum, E-waste is now the fastest-growing waste stream in the world, with an estimated waste stream of 48.5 million tonnes in 2018.

2. Soberly, only 20% of global e-waste is formally recycled the remaining 80% often incinerated or dumped in landfills.

3. According to one report, nearly 75 percent of old electronics continues to be stored in households because of the unavailability of convenient recycling options.

The consistently growing bulk of e-waste has detrimental effects on environment. This rises the need for an efficient electronics recycling company in Sterling.

The air pollution impact of e-waste:

Burning e-waste releases pollutants like cancer-producing dioxins  into the air. The air that we breathe.

The impact of e-waste on water:

Heavy metals like– Lead, barium, mercury and also lithium (found in mobile phone and computer batteries). When these heavy metals are disposed of on landfill, they can leak into the soil and eventually the groundwater. The heavy metals then make their way from the groundwater into streams then ponds, lakes, and rivers further making the water tables toxic and unusable for the communities, animals, and plants that rely on them.

The impact of e-waste on soil:

Soil is the pathway on which harmful metals mix with  water and so they even have adverse effects on the soil. E-waste has an extremely negative effect on the Soil-Crop-Food Pathway. The Soil-Crop-Food Pathway is actually as it sounds – crops develop in the dirt and food grows from the yields. When the dirt is debased by these metals by means of e-squander the yields, the food produced is also tainted. This causes a large number of the sicknesses referenced above and confines practical farmland for clean food agriculture.

The health of humans and animals is also at stake. Electronic devices  comprise toxic heavy metals like lead, mercury, cadmium and beryllium, polluting PVC plastic, and hazardous chemicals, such as brominated flame retardants, which can harm human health and the environment. So its very important that the e- waste is sent for electronics waste recycling.

E-waste also has led to the risk of sensitive data loss, identity theft, consumer scams, data breaches and loss of integrity. These are just a few of the problems that can be cause by not properly disposing of your electronic waste due to people stealing information from the hard drives in e-waste. Here is where you need a hard drive shredding company.

E-waste is global. The best way to get rid of e-waste is recycling and before that the confidential information needs to be destroyed completely and successfully. We at IT Recycling Solution provide optimal services for secured and reliable data destruction. We are amongst the best data destruction companies in the world.

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Furthermore we take the whole sole responsibility to discard the e-waste in a way that it does no harm to the environment. We provide exemplary IT recycling solutions in Loundoun.

Even so, encouraging a global market for used electronics does more good than harm:

1. Repaired electronics give people access to low-cost electronics and help them access the awesome benefits of technology

2. Used electronics create repair jobs in developing countries that often have few opportunities for skilled labor

3. Rich Source of Raw Materials-Internationally, only 10-15 percent of the gold in e-waste is successfully recovered while the rest is lost. Ironically, electronic waste contains deposits of precious metal estimated to be between 40 and 50 times richer than ores mined from the earth, according to the United Nations. But this work can be ideally done by an efficacious data destruction services company.

Other than data destruction services and IT recycling solutions we also provide IT asset recovery services in Loudoun. Having an IT asset recovery company will entitle you to make data backed, vital choices about securing new resources, which will prompt cutting superfluous costs. Ashburn IT asset recovery company perfectly manages assets and follows the best practices for asset recovery and asset disposition.

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The Precious Metals E-waste Recovery Market is projected to grow from USD 9.4 billion in 2020 to USD 11.8 billion by 2025, at a Compound Annual Growth Rate (CAGR) of 4.6% during the forecast period. Growing investments in precious metals in emerging countries of Asia Pacific, demand from end-use industries and the necessity to treat e-waste before disposal are the key factors driving the growth of the precious metals e-waste recovery market.

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Top 5 Benefits of Hiring R2 Certified Recyclers for Your E-Waste Disposal Needs

In the rapidly evolving landscape of electronic consumption, the responsible disposal of electronic waste (e-waste) has become a paramount concern for businesses and individuals alike. R2-certified recyclers stand out as the gold standard in e-waste disposal, offering a myriad of benefits that extend far beyond basic waste management practices. In this comprehensive guide, we delve into the top five advantages of choosing R2-certified recyclers for your e-waste disposal needs.

1. Environmental Stewardship

Preserving Our Planet, One Device at a Time

The foremost advantage of opting for R2 certified recyclers is their unwavering commitment to environmental stewardship. These industry leaders adhere to stringent standards that prioritize the responsible handling, recycling, and disposal of electronic devices. By choosing R2 certified recyclers, you actively contribute to the reduction of electronic waste in landfills, preventing harmful substances from leaching into the soil and water systems.

2. Data Security Assurance

Protecting Your Sensitive Information

In an era dominated by data-driven operations, the secure disposal of electronic devices is paramount. R2 certified recyclers prioritize data security throughout the disposal process. Rigorous data wiping and destruction protocols ensure that sensitive information is permanently erased, safeguarding your business, clients, and employees from potential data breaches.

3. Legal Compliance and Risk Mitigation

Navigating the Regulatory Landscape

R2 certification is not just a testament to environmental and data security practices; it also signifies compliance with local and international regulations governing e-waste disposal. Engaging R2 certified recyclers mitigates legal risks associated with improper disposal, shielding your business from potential fines and reputational damage.

4. Ethical and Sustainable Practices

Supporting Responsible Supply Chains

Consumers and businesses alike are increasingly prioritizing ethical and sustainable practices. R2 certified recyclers align with these values, ensuring that e-waste is managed in a socially responsible manner. By choosing such e-waste recyclers, you actively contribute to a circular economy, where electronic devices are repurposed, refurbished, or recycled, reducing the demand for new raw materials and minimizing the overall environmental impact.

5. Cost-Efficiency and Resource Recovery

Turning E-Waste into a Resource Opportunity

Contrary to common misconceptions, responsible e-waste disposal is not just a cost; it's an investment with tangible returns. R2 certified recyclers employ advanced technologies to recover valuable resources from electronic devices, such as precious metals and rare earth elements. This not only reduces the environmental footprint but also provides an economic incentive, potentially offsetting the costs associated with e-waste disposal.

Conclusion

In conclusion, choosing R2 certified recyclers for your e-waste disposal needs is a strategic decision that transcends basic waste management. From environmental conservation to data security, legal compliance, ethical practices, and resource recovery, the benefits are both immediate and far-reaching. By aligning your business with R2 certified recyclers, you not only fulfill your environmental responsibilities but also gain a competitive edge in an increasingly eco-conscious market.

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Stripping the wires

How it lands

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“Agbogbloshie is a slum in the heart of Accra, Ghana, that has achieved notoriety as one of the most polluted slums in the world by hosting one of the largest electronic waste dump in Africa. In this area the poorest classes of Accra have been spending years dismantling, recovering, weighing and reselling parts and metals extracted from the scrapped devices and from the heaps of electronic waste. [1] [3] [4]. The majority of the e-waste that ends up in Agbogbloshie first enters the African continent through South Africa via Durban, Tunisia via Bizerte, and Nigeria via Lagos, so shipments containing hazardous materials circumvent the Basel and Bamako Conventions due to wording and labelling tactics. Once in Ghana, a shipment will more likely reach an informal facility in Accra where end-of-life electronic goods, including high scrap-value goods like automobiles, will pile up in one of several locations in the city, like Agbogbloshie. Every day informal workers transform used electronic products into working units and extract heavy and precious metals (often by burning electric cables) for reuse in secondhand formal and informal markets. The e-waste that has been either refurbished/repaired or recycled will later arrive in the hands of a middleman.”

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“Tangled cables and wires waiting to be harvested for copper. While some are imported, a lot of the wires burned for copper recovery at Agbogbloshie that I have observed are collected locally, from households, auto repair shops, electricians, etc.”

Healthier alternative, but no incentives

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“Pure Earth partner GreenAd’s Bennett Akuffo is shown here standing on a pile of cleanly processed plastic cable casings in Agbogbloshie, Ghana. This is what would have been burnt, releasing polluting toxic fumes, if local recyclers had processed wires from e-waste the usual way.”

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“To sustain the facility, scrap dealers are required to pay a small token to use the granulator. This is a problem for the scrap dealers. Thus open burning is still their preferred choice. "The machines sometimes steal the copper or cut the small wires into pieces," a scrap worker told me about the granulators. Stuck pieces of copper wires in the stripping machine may be turning them away as well. Every piece of copper counts at Agbogbloshie. And they also prefer their wires long and intact.For now, the wire-stripping machines are only gathering dust.”

Know your product

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“When you are looking to collect up your copper wire for the scrap yard, it is important to know how to determine the different types of copper wires before bringing it in. Almost everyone in the scrap industry knows that bare bright copper wire is the hot commodity and the highest priced common item when going to your scrap yard. So when scrappers begin to collect electric motors and other items like copper yokes that contain copper wire, sometimes the color of the wire may seem like bare bright #1 copper wire.However, the majority of the time when these wires are stripped from motors and copper yokes, the scrap yards will not buy the wire at a #1 copper price. Instead, those wires will go as a #2 copper wire price due to the shellac and covering on the outside of the wire.

Bare Bright Wire – The color of the wire will be a faint orange/yellow and bright color. The wire itself will have a shine to it without any oil or shellac on the outside.

#2 Copper Wire – The color of the wires from electric motors can range from a darker burnt orange color to reddish color. When you see the wires next to bare bright copper wire you can see the difference. 

Tin Coat Wire – Tin coat copper wire is going to be a lower price from Bare Bright Wire. It is coated in tin (silver in color). This used in various types of cable to lower the percentage of copper for cost efficiency.

Insulated Copper Wire – This is a common type of copper wire you will normally find from electronics and appliances. Usually, it’s not worth to strip this wire for the copper inside due to the lack of recovery.

Computer Wire – These wires are going to be the ribbon wire and also board wires from inside your computer towers. Typically scrap yards will buy these wires differently compared to the regular insulated wires because they have less copper.

THHN Wire – Otherwise known as 10-14 gauge wire or spaghetti wire has solid copper inside. THHN is a name given that means Thermoplastic, High Heat, Nylon coated…and while that may not matter to you when scrapping, it is still a cool thing to be able to know.

Romex®Wire – Romex® wire a brand of housewire or non-metallic wire is electrical wiring commonly found in homes. Generally, you can make more money by stripping the wires to get to the copper. Housewire has two jackets covering the copper inside.”

Further Reading:

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