Environment
Resources on how IT asset recycling affects the environment, from Zero Tech Waste.
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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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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
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Britain’s AI boom is creating an unexpected problem.
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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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Preparing your IT equipment for recycling
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In today’s fast-paced business environment, keeping IT equipment up to date is essential for maintaining efficiency and security. However, upgrading outdated technology can generate a considerable amount of plastic, chemical, and metal waste. Read More
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The environmental impact of e-waste
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E-waste (short for electronic waste) refers to old, unwanted, or broken electronic devices that are at their end of life and ready to be disposed of, donated, or recycled. Read More