Sustainability is a hot topic in the business world, and companies across the globe are implementing environmental policies and practices to reduce their carbon footprint. Environmental awareness continues to grow in popularity, and circularity is the key to reducing waste. E-waste, in particular, is a global issue and will continue to escalate as technology advances, increasing the need for responsible waste management. One way to support circularity is by repurposing IT assets and having a sound disposition plan. ITAD providers are more important than ever as the digital era creates more hazardous waste, and partnering with an ITAD professional provides services that maximize the value of retired IT assets and protect the environment throughout disposition.
Circularity Protects the Environment & Eliminates Waste
Circularity follows a circular economic model, where goods and products are purchased, used, and recycled rather than thrown away. The goal of circularity is to eliminate waste by reducing the amount of waste created, reusing what can be reused, and recycling the rest. Electronics are classified as hazardous waste and have become the number one issue leading to the global waste crisis because they cannot be disposed of like other waste.
There are several methods of e-waste disposal, but only one protects the environment. Landfills absorb chemicals emitted by metals in electronics, eventually contaminating the groundwater, and incineration results in air pollution. Recycling is the only disposal method for e-waste that prevents pollution and potential health problems for surrounding residents.
Repurposed IT Assets Help Reduce E-Waste
Part of maintaining functional IT assets is staying on top of updates, and many companies upgrade their IT equipment annually to ensure data is kept safe and operations continue to run smoothly. As frequently as new technology is released, older technology is often retired before the end of its life cycle in favor of newer models. Repurposing retired IT assets helps reduce the amount of waste accumulated over time and can help others gain access to electronics. Many companies donate their old IT hardware to organizations that do not have access, such as nursing homes, schools, or small businesses. Reusing electronics supports a circular economy by keeping assets in circulation and out of the waste stream. ITAD providers are a one-stop shop for all disposition needs, including remarketing and recycling.
HOBI offers various end-of-use services for retired or unwanted IT assets, including repair and remarketing services, onsite data erasure, and customizable reverse logistics solutions. HOBI also offers donation programs for clients who want to donate their used IT assets. Circularity is not only achievable but beneficial in multiple ways. Reusing electronics reduces the demand for new materials, preserving natural resources while providing others with technology.
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