E-waste, also known as electronic waste, is a growing global problem. According to the Global E-Waste Monitor study, over 53.6 million tons of e-waste were produced worldwide in 2022 - much of it by companies. But there is another way: with the right strategies, your company can not only save costs, but also make an active contribution to the environment. Find out how you can get the best out of your hardware with sustainable IT efficiency - for your company and the planet.
1. extend life cycles: get more out of your hardware
A large proportion of electronic waste is generated because devices are disposed of too early. However, many IT components can be used for longer with simple measures:
- Maintenance & upgrades: Regular maintenance and targeted hardware upgrades can extend the service life of your devices by years. For example, replace SSDs before replacing entire laptops.
- Refurbishment: Used devices can be professionally refurbished and thus made usable again for internal use or for passing on.
💡 Tip: Check your internal processes. When are devices classified as "obsolete" and are there alternatives to purchasing new ones?
2. remarketing and reselling: give hardware a second chance
IT that is no longer needed is not waste, but a valuable resource. Many devices that are decommissioned in companies have a high value on the secondary market.
- IT remarketing: Sell used hardware to specialized service providers or directly to other companies. This not only generates revenue, but also reduces the environmental impact.
- Donations: Charitable organizations or schools are often grateful recipients of used laptops or PCs.
👉 Advantage: Professional partners often take care of BSI-compliant data erasure so that your company data remains secure.
3. recycling and zero-waste strategies: recovering raw materials
If appliances really can no longer be used, recycling is the best option. Modern technologies make it possible to recover valuable raw materials such as gold, copper and rare earths from old appliances.
- Partnerships with recycling specialists: Work with certified service providers who specialize in the professional disposal and recycling of IT hardware.
- Zero-waste approaches: Develop internal processes to close the waste loop as much as possible.
🔗 Find out more: Discover how BSI-compliant data erasure and certified recycling can become part of your sustainability strategy.
Conclusion: Sustainability starts within the company
Avoiding e-waste is not only good for the environment, but also a competitive advantage. Companies that implement sustainable IT strategies save resources, optimize costs and strengthen their brand reputation. Now is the perfect time to initiate change in your IT.
🌍 Let your IT work for you - sustainably and economically.
