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Sustainable AV equipment recycling

If you’re upgrading or refreshing your AV equipment, whether from your conferencing, edit suite or in-venue assets, it’s important to dispose of them in a compliant and sustainable way.

We offer nationwide collection and recycling for all kinds of specialist AV equipment from studios, venues, broadcasters, AV consulting houses, offices and more.

Free collections when you recycle at least 10 laptops, PCs & servers (any combination). It’s also free to recycle almost all waste IT with us. Learn more.

Recycle old AV & studio equipment responsibly

If your studio, broadcast facility, or live event venue has outdated or broken audio-visual equipment, we can help you recycle it safely and sustainably. We specialise in the collection and recycling of professional AV gear from industries such as film and TV production, video editing, broadcasting, theatres, conference centres, and live event spaces.

Keeping your studio and venue equipment sustainable

Equipment used in live performances or studio environments is built to last, but even the most reliable gear reaches the end of its working life. As technology evolves you upgrade to stay competitive, leaving you with mixers, cameras, lighting rigs, monitors, cables, and conferencing systems that can’t just be thrown away.

The good news is that almost all AV equipment can be recycled.

  • Plastics are repurposed into new products.
  • Circuit boards are processed to recover valuable metals like gold, silver, and copper.
  • Cables and connectors are stripped to reclaim reusable materials.

This means less waste, fewer raw materials mined, and a smaller carbon footprint for the AV industry as a whole.

The media technology assets we collect and recycle include

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Audio

  • Amplifiers
  • Audio cables, multicore etc.
  • Audio mixers & desks
  • Field recorders
  • Headphones
  • Microphones of all types
  • Mounts & adapters
  • Rackmount audio processing, recorders & effects
  • Speakers & subwoofers
  • Studio monitors

Video

  • Displays, LED & TFT screens
  • Lasers
  • Media players
  • Projectors
  • Recording equipment
  • Video editing equipment
  • Video switchers
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Broadcast, production & venue

  • Cables & connectors
  • Cameras, dollies, steady-rigs/stabilisers
  • Front-of-house desks & equipment
  • Lighting equipment including lights, cabling & controls
  • Stands, mounts & rigging
  • Teleprompters / autocue
  • Wireless audio and video equipment

We collect all brands and types of media production, editing, broadcast and performance equipment. If you have something that isn’t on the list, get in touch and we’ll be able to help.

WEEE compliance made easy

Under the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Regulations, it’s a legal requirement for businesses to dispose of their electronic equipment responsibly. That’s where we come in. At Zero Tech Waste, we make compliance simple: from collection and secure transport to certified recycling and full documentation. You’ll receive the proof you need to show your company is meeting its environmental and legal obligations without any administrative burden.

Our process is designed to take the stress out of AV disposal:

  • We collect directly from your site: studio, theatre, office, or venue.
  • We handle sorting and recycling, ensuring every component is processed safely.
  • We provide WEEE-compliant certificates for your records and audits.

Doing your bit for the planet

By choosing Zero Tech Waste, you’re doing more than just clearing out old gear. You’re helping to:

  • Reduce landfill waste from electronic products.
  • Conserve natural resources by reusing materials.
  • Lower CO₂ emissions through energy-efficient recycling.
  • Support a circular economy that values reuse over replacement.

Every item we recycle helps reduce the environmental impact of new manufacturing: from circuit boards and cables to lighting and display equipment. With us, your business can stay ahead of sustainability goals and make a measurable difference.

Recycle AV, studio & conferencing equipment today

Whether you’re managing a post-production suite, upgrading broadcast equipment, or replacing video conferencing systems in your office or event venue, we’ll ensure your old technology is recycled responsibly and compliant with all WEEE standards. Zero Tech Waste makes AV recycling effortless, and environmentally sound.

AV equipment recycling – FAQs

What counts as Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE)?

WEEE includes almost any item that relies on electricity or batteries to function. This covers professional audio-visual gear, studio and broadcast equipment, lighting systems, computers, and video-conferencing devices. If it plugs in, charges up, or transmits a signal, it likely qualifies as WEEE.

Why is recycling AV equipment important for the environment?

Electronic equipment contains valuable materials such as copper, aluminium, and rare metals that can be recovered and reused. Recycling reduces the demand for new raw materials, saves energy, and prevents harmful substances like lead or mercury from entering the environment.

What are the WEEE Regulations and how do they affect my business?

The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Regulations make it a legal requirement for businesses to dispose of electrical waste responsibly. Companies must ensure their redundant equipment is collected, treated, and recycled by an approved, licensed provider — like Zero Tech Waste — and must keep records or certificates as proof of compliance.

Do you provide WEEE documentation and certificates of recycling?

Yes. Every collection we complete includes WEEE-compliant documentation showing that your equipment has been processed and recycled according to environmental standards. These certificates are essential for audits and CSR reporting. We also go further as a 100% carbon-negative business, so you will also get a certificate which details the carbon offset for your assets.

Can you collect directly from my studio or venue?

Absolutely. We offer on-site collection services for studios, broadcast facilities, theatres, event spaces, and offices. Our team handles all lifting, loading, and secure transport so you can focus on your work while we take care of compliance. We’ll arrange access details with you when you book.

What happens to my equipment after collection?

All equipment is transported to our secure recycling facility. Usable equipment and components are professionally refurbished, and everything else is properly recycled for materials recovery. This all happens in the UK — everything is processed for maximum environmental benefit.

Can confidential data or media be securely destroyed?

Yes. For equipment that stores data such as servers, hard drives, or digital recorders, we offer secure data destruction in compliance with GDPR and industry best practice. You’ll receive a certificate confirming safe disposal. We also offer an enhanced data destruction service where every asset has a full audit trail detailing the destruction methodology and results.

Do you recycle conferencing and AV installation equipment?

We do. Our service covers everything from small meeting room setups to large venue conferencing systems, including microphones, cameras, speakers, and control units. If your business installs or maintains these systems, we can collect end-of-life units directly from site.

Is Zero Tech Waste licensed to handle WEEE recycling?

Yes. We hold all the necessary environmental permits and waste carrier licences required under UK law. Working with a licensed recycler ensures your organisation remains compliant and environmentally responsible.

How can my company demonstrate sustainability through recycling?

By recycling with Zero Tech Waste, your company can document measurable reductions in landfill waste and CO₂ emissions. Many of our clients use this data in their CSR and ESG reports, showing tangible progress toward sustainability goals.

Choose us to recycle your old AV equipment

As part of consolidating our multiple sites, we had a large volume of unwanted and obsolete IT equipment, including servers, laptops, desktops, printers and monitors. We chose Zero Tech Waste because they were flexible in collecting all of our IT assets — something other companies were not able to offer — and they could move quickly, which was important as we were keen to empty our premises.

The team securely collected everything, permanently deleted all data free of charge, and ensured 100% of the equipment was recycled responsibly. On completion, we received a Carbon Offset Certificate, providing clear evidence of the environmental benefits. The service was both efficient and professional.

Emma Louge, Tempura Communications

Tempura Communications

We offer flexible solutions, including secure wheelie bins for on-site collection or convenient bulk pickups from your premises. With our IT equipment collection service, you can recycle your redundant IT assets at no cost — it’s free when you recycle at least 10 laptops, PCs & servers (any combination), and it’s also free to recycle almost all waste IT with us.

Free service

Free nationwide collection

Typically, we can retrieve the collection within 24 to 72 hours of the initial enquiry. Our fleet is equipped with full tracking capabilities, ensuring a thorough and audited solution.

Compliant and accountable

Fully insured & compliant

We follow strict GDPR & WEEE regulation practices, and we only employ vetted, security-cleared personnel to manage your IT recycling — including carrying out the secure destruction of any sensitive data. All certificates are provided.

Secure handling

Secure data destruction

Once collected, all items will undergo an inspection, and all necessary measures will be taken to destroy any sensitive or confidential data – with an option of individual asset tracking for those that require it.

Environmental impact

Sustainable IT recycling

We aim to recycle 100% of your IT assets. No waste is exported to other countries, we process everything in the UK. Reduce your eco-footprint with our carbon negative promise.