Daiei Kankyo has commenced demonstration tests of a pioneering unmanned sorting plant for small electronic waste, a move set to advance the recovery of precious and rare metals while improving safety in the recycling sector. The new facility...
A new prefecture-wide initiative has launched in Shizuoka to create employment for people with disabilities through the recycling of used computers. This initiative is a collaboration between ReNet Japan Group, Shizuoka Prefecture and local support...
A recent survey conducted by Mannen Corporation, a company that recycles electronic devices, highlights consumer attitudes toward electronic device repair. The survey involved 100 male and female participants across Japan and aimed at uncovering...
What do you do with an old smartphone that you have replaced? What do you do to ensure your data remains private? To be honest, I’ve kept two old smartphones in the corner of my storeroom for years. I don’t mean to hoard e-waste...
One of the biggest challenges for developing countries to implement circular economy approaches is the lack of proper e-waste infrastructure. E-waste is a growing issue in West African countries like Ghana and Nigeria, where burning and dismantling...
The modern world has become so convenient with computers situated in every home and office. But when it comes to discarding them, they become somewhat of a burden. Many people are lost when their computers break down, not knowing what to do with...
Although DIY has been a trend in recent years in Japan, taking electrical devices or home appliances to repair shops is still the norm for out-of-order products. In this area of daily life, most Japanese people tend to rely on professionals as often...
The Tokyo 2020 Olympic Games is finally coming up next year. Japan is filled with anticipation and hope, yet bringing about various controversies at the same time. It is drawing attention in both positive and negative aspects. However, behind all...