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A Comprehensive Guide to Recycling Solar Panels

Why is solar panel recycling important? Solar panels are predominantly composed of materials such as glass, aluminum, silicon, and other substances, some of which can be hazardous. When not properly managed at the end of their life cycle, solar panels can pose environmental and health risks. Moreover, given the remarkable growth in solar installations worldwide, […]

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WEEE Weekly: What exactly is WEEE recycling (a brief summary)

Exploring the Background of WEEE Recycling: Essential Insights into the WEEE Scheme, its Mechanism, and the Advantages it Offers You may have encountered terms like WEEE recycling or WEEE disposal, perhaps noticing the crossed-out wheelie bin symbol. But do you understand the meaning of ‘WEEE’ or its significance? This article delves into the historical context

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WEEE Weekly: What is an AATF?

An AATF, which stands for Approved Authorised Treatment Facility, holds a license granted by the Environment Agency for the treatment of waste electrical and electronic wastes. This designation represents the highest standard of licensing available for sites engaged in treating WEEE. The treatment processes conducted at an AATF can encompass depollution, disassembly, shredding, recovery, or

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WEEE Weekly: Overview

The duty of care legislation plays a crucial role in ensuring the safe management of waste, safeguarding both human health and the environment. For businesses seeking guidance on meeting their waste duty of care requirements, the code of practice (the Code) provides practical insights. Issued under section 34(7) of the Environmental Protection Act 1990 (EPA),

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