We can't believe it's December already. Where did the year go? We've been busy updating our blog all about leaded and unleaded glass and the importance of recycling it. James and Michael our founders and directors were happy to be involved in the Chamber of Commerce and Industry video series talking all about how the business began and where it is now.
Along with a roundup of some interesting news and reports about the 'Right to Repair' laws and how the Circular Economy is shaping up in Australia.
It's not all articles and filmmaking here though, we also diverted 244,177kg of E-waste from landfill in November.
We're busy working on our years end stats to let you know how many electronic devices we repaired and refurbished (hint: its over 10 thousand) and how much e-waste we diverted from landfill. So keep an eye out for our next email ♻️
As always we appreciate you taking the time to read our newsletter.
Leaded vs Non-Leaded glass
Have you ever wondered what the difference is between ‘normal’ and leaded glass? Did you even know some glass had lead in it?
Lead is an essential element, but it comes with risks. Have a read on how we manage those risks and ensure its recycled safely: The difference between leaded & non-leaded glass.
Statistics - November 2021
Here are your monthly e-waste statistics brought to you by the largest recycler in Western Australia.
We were so honoured CCIWA asked if we'd like to be involved in their Get To Know video series.
"We started out picking up stuff from the side of the road whilst we were at uni and we found that there was actually a need for a correct disposal path for electronics," says co-founder James Coghill. Learn more about it by checking out the video here.
NEWS! Apple allows consumers Right to Repair
These past months have seen the tech giants stepping up their repairability game. With Apple allowing consumers to access repair manuals and the correct tools to repair their tech for upcoming iPhone models and soon for Macbook computers.
Productivity commission - Right to repair report
The Productivity commission released their final report on Australia's right to repair laws, with strong recommendations to the Federal Government to amend the laws and give consumers more rights.
In November 2020 the Australian Government invested funding to create the Australian Circular Economy Hub. This annual research project was commissioned to understand the state of circular economy thinking within the Australian business community. Read the report here: Circularity in Australian Business 2021
Free waste drop-off day
If you live in the City of Melville, clear out your E-waste for FREE! ♻️
We are continuously working to improve our service speed, quality and capacity and hope that you will continue to support this important service of e-waste recycling here in WA.
