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The electronics industry is always working on the next big thing, constantly striving for technological breakthroughs. However, this progress comes with a hidden cost: a staggering 62 million tonnes of electronic waste, or e-waste, was generated globally in 2022. This is the equivalent of a line of 40-tonne trucks filled with e-waste circling the equator.
Electronic waste, or e-waste, is a mounting challenge for the electronics industry. As technologies advance quickly, perfectly usable components get left behind, destined for landfills through the process of scrapping. However, the innovative approach known as ‘Green Stock’ reimagines component lifecycles through acquisition and redistribution of these parts. The ever-evolving nature of the electronics industry
Laws covering the reduction of waste, such as the Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive (2012/19/EU) and the UK’s Right-to-Repair Law introduced in 2021, are aimed at preventing the creation of WEEE; and the re-use and repair of end-equipment. In the past, surplus components were scrapped rather than allowing them to re-enter the
About 90% of S&P500 companies have environmental, social, and governance (ESG) programmes in place, publishing reports annually to shareholders and the general public. These reports outline the progress of their initiatives in these three areas. What do electronic components companies report on the most as part of their ESG initiatives? For the ‘S’, manufacturers generally
Anglia Components announces the launch of a new environmental resource hub on its UK and European eCommerce platform. The hub aims to centralise environmental information for each of its supply partners, reducing the time buyers and compliance engineers spend on compliance documentation when analysing supply chains for corporate environmental impact and ethical status. For each
Author: Steve Rawlins, CEO, Anglia Components According to a 2023 study by the Office of National Statistics (ONS), 86.5% adults in Great Britain report having made at least some changes to their lifestyle to help tackle environmental issues. Companies and organisations, too, are now much more aware of the importance of sustainability, not only to
Procurement is crucial for any organization, encompassing acquiring goods and services to support business operations. However, this seemingly routine process can significantly impact a company’s reputation, sustainability, and overall success. Ensuring ethical procurement practices is paramount, as it fosters stakeholder trust, safeguards against potential conflicts of interest, promotes fair treatment of suppliers, and upholds corporate
In electronics, being green is well-defined, although the definition continues to expand. Green electronics takes into consideration the materials used in the production of electric devices. For electronics to be sustainable they should be toxic chemical free, use recyclable parts, and be produced with a low carbon-emission footprint. Making devices is one thing, buying green
By Poornima Apte The increasing focus on solutions to climate change is presenting us with an ethically challenging dichotomy: the green technology products that are being pressed into service often need to be manufactured with rare earth elements. These embrace yttrium and the 15 lanthanide elements including lanthanum, ytterbium and lutetium. At the same time,
By: Beatriz AlegrÃa According to Nielsen, 2018 was the year of the green consumer. The supply chain of the future will create a seamless path from idea to completion in an affordable, efficient, fast, and sustainable way. At least that is what Millennials are demanding. This segment of the population, which according to Nielsen, encompasses