IT recycling resources, compliance guides & industry insights
Read the latest posts from Zero Tech Waste Ltd., the UK’s Free IT asset recycling service and leaders in the circular IT economy.
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What happens to your business computers after they are collected for recycling?
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A step-by-step guide to business computer recycling – how data is destroyed, devices assessed for reuse, and why circularity is important. Read More
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IT recycling for charities and non-profits
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The same IT disposal rules apply to charities as to commercial organisations. Free, certified collection is available — here is what you need to know.IT recycling for charities and non-profits Read More
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How to prepare your servers for recycling
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Preparing servers for recycling starts with a clear, structured approach. This guide outlines the key steps IT teams should follow to ensure secure, compliant, and efficient disposal. Read More
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Disposing of old IT assets – why avoiding the skip is always the right call
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Avoiding the skip isn’t just best practice – it’s essential. Discover how proper IT asset disposal protects your business legally, secures sensitive data, and reduces environmental impact. Read More
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Turning computer recycling from cost burden to compliance advantage
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For most businesses, retiring old computers feels like a chore that costs money and creates risk, but it doesn’t have to. With the right provider, business computer recycling can satisfy every legal obligation under WEEE and GDPR, without putting a… Read More
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Is free IT recycling too good to be true?
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Not every provider offering free IT recycling is trustworthy. Here’s how to check credentials, spot red flags, and protect your business before you book. Read More
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What are your legal obligations when disposing of old IT assets?
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Disposing of old IT equipment comes with legal obligations most UK businesses underestimate. Here is what WEEE regulations and UK GDPR actually require of you. Read More
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The role of the circular economy in sustainable IT recycling
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Most IT kit still has working life left. Scrapping destroys that value. Truly sustainable IT recycling means refurbishment first, materials recovery last. This maximises the life of assets that can continue to provide value to people well beyond their initial… Read More
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How free IT recycling works for businesses
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Got old laptops and IT equipment piling up? You may have come across free IT recycling and wondered whether there’s a catch. There isn’t. For qualifying businesses, it’s a commercially viable service funded by the residual value of the equipment… Read More
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The business owner’s guide to computer recycling
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Clearing out old IT equipment isn’t just a housekeeping task — it’s a decision that affects your data security, legal compliance, and environmental impact. This guide explains how business computer recycling works, , what happens to your data and hardware,… Read More
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IT procurement must start with the end in mind
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IT procurement is no longer just about cost. Forward-thinking organisations are increasingly considering what happens to devices at end of life. Read More
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Windows 10 end of support: why recycling beats scrapping your laptops
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Microsoft ends Windows 10 support on 14 October 2025, affecting over 400 million devices. Rather than scrapping functional laptops, sustainable alternatives exist including upgrading to Windows 11, installing ChromeOS Flex, or recycling through Zero Tech Waste’s partnership with Back Market. Read More