Recycling
Resources on responsible IT asset recycling from Zero Tech Waste, leaders and partners in the UK’s circular economy.
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Business computer recycling: when to retire hardware and build a refresh cycle that reduces waste
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When should you retire a business computer? This guide covers how to build an IT refresh cycle, when end of life IT equipment should be replaced, and how to connect disposal to certified business computer recycling. Read More
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How to catalogue and prepare your IT assets before recycling
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Good IT asset inventory management starts before the recycler arrives. This guide covers what to capture, how to build an inventory, and how to prepare for collection day. Read More
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IT asset disposal the right way (and the mistakes to avoid)
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Disposing of old office IT equipment incorrectly puts your business at risk. This guide covers the right approach, common mistakes, and the documentation you need. Read More
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Why your business needs hard drive destruction certificates for audit trails
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A hard drive destruction certificate is more than compliance paperwork. It is the evidence your organisation needs when auditors, regulators, or investigators ask you to prove a device was securely destroyed. Read More
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Refurbishment vs recycling – how to get more from your business IT assets
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Most business IT equipment has more life left than organisations realise. Understanding when refurbishment is the right option can reduce waste and extend the value of your assets. Read More
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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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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