E-waste

With electronic waste projected to hit 82 million tonnes by 2030, only a fraction is properly recycled, posing significant environmental and economic risks. A new guide highlights practical steps for individuals to responsibly dispose of old computers through recycling or donation programs. These efforts aim to curb the rising tide of e-waste generated five times faster than recycling investments.

November 06, 2025 Reported by AI

The German Bundestag has passed a law simplifying the return of old electrical devices and used e-cigarettes. Retailers must now uniformly label return points, and e-cigarettes can be returned unrestrictedly. At the same time, a ban on disposable e-cigarettes is under review.