The issue we want to solve

E-waste is the world’s fastest-growing waste stream, with over 60 million metric tons of electronics discarded yearly. Less than a quarter of it is properly collected and recycled. This is unsustainable and leads to a wide range of problems, such as toxic pollution, human health risks and the overuse of natural resources.

How the criterion works

IT brand owners must implement take-back and certified recycling systems, ensuring e-waste is responsibly collected, processed, and repurposed — not exported to vulnerable communities.

Benefits for IT buyers and users

This criterion supports your sustainable IT strategy by ensuring that waste is reduced and valuable resources are recovered.