IT recycling advice for businesses
Read the latest posts from Zero Tech Waste Ltd., the UK’s Free IT asset recycling service.
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Windows 10 end of support — recycle responsibly
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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
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UK’s AI data centre boom drives IT recycling demand
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AI is reshaping industries, but its rapid rise is fuelling a surge in e-waste. From short-lived data centre hardware to recycling gaps in the UK, managing this growth responsibly is critical. Here’s how businesses and policymakers can balance innovation with… Read More
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Carbon neutral vs. carbon negative: what’s the difference, and why should it matter to your business?
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With many organisations aiming to reduce their impact on the planet, understanding the difference between carbon neutral and carbon negative is increasingly important. Many company leaders can’t tell the difference between these terms but getting it right matters more than… Read More
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Secure IT recycling for the finance and legal sectors
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Secure IT asset disposal is critical for financial and legal firms handling sensitive data. From compliance with FCA and SRA rules to protecting client confidentiality, certified recycling ensures regulatory alignment, risk reduction, and sustainability. Learn how your firm can manage… Read More
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How IT asset recycling supports your ESG goals
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Choosing an appropriate recycling provider should make achieving your ESG’s easier and help your business create a meaningful positive impact on the environment. Read More
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IT recycling in the education sector
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Learn why IT recycling is critical in the education sector, including data protection, WEEE compliance, cost savings, and sustainability in UK institutions. Read More
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Recycling servers and how they can initiate a circular economy in the UK
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To realise this potential, it’s essential that decommissioned servers—from businesses migrating to the cloud and from outdated data centres—are directed to trusted IT recycling companies. These companies must be equipped to professionally wipe data and refurbish servers to modern standards. Read More
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The importance of secure data destruction when recycling IT equipment in the Healthcare sector
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Secure data destruction is vital for healthcare organisations when recycling IT equipment. This article explains the risks, regulations, and best practices that ensure patient privacy, legal compliance, and sustainable tech disposal. Read More
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Maximising circularity: why laptop recycling must be done right
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At Zero Tech Waste, we believe that all e-waste should enter a truly circular economy with the lowest possible carbon footprint. However, not all recycling methods are created equal. It is crucial to understand the processes your IT recycling provider… Read More
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What is urban mining?
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Urban mining is the process of searching for, collecting, and recovering valuable materials from e-waste. Rather than extracting finite resources, urban mining taps into the growing stockpile of unused or obsolete electronics stored in homes and businesses. Read More
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Understanding data destruction certificates
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When decommissioning or destroying IT assets such as servers, hard drives, or other data-bearing devices it’s important to obtain and retain certificates of destruction. These certificates serve as formal documentation that your equipment has been securely and properly disposed of,… Read More
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Everything you need to know about the WEEE Directive
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The WEEE Directive addresses the growing problem of electronic waste by promoting recycling, reuse, and the recovery of valuable materials like gold and platinum from old electronics. It applies to businesses involved in manufacturing, importing, selling, or reselling electrical and… Read More