E-Waste Partnerships and Collaborations

As I've learned more about the secondary markets and circular platforms for end-of-life electronics, I've come across a super interesting case that I'd like to share. The case involves The Royal Mint in the UK, a public entity that's also allowed to have commercial business lines. In 2022, the Royal Mint launched a jewelry brand called 886. What's unique is that the precious metals used to craft jewelry and homeware come from end-of-life electronics, mainly electronic waste. The name "886" pays tribute to the year 886 AD, when The Royal Mint was founded during Alfred the Great's reign. Yes. The Royal Mint has been around that long. The process starts with collecting and recovering gold and other precious metals from discarded electronics, like circuit boards. The Royal Mint uses ancient coin and medal-making techniques, such as striking and pulling metals instead of casting them, to craft jewelry that's both dense and durable. Most production takes place in-house at their facility in Llantrisant, South Wales, resulting in a collection that includes unisex jewelry like hoop earrings, T-bar chains, studs, and cuffs, available in solid gold and silver. Each piece is hallmarked with the gram weight of the metal, highlighting its value as a wearable asset. A crucial part of this process involves partnering with IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) companies. ITADs are responsible for securely collecting, wiping data, and recycling end-of-life IT equipment in an environmentally friendly way. Before dismantling electronics for metal extraction, ITADs ensure that all sensitive data is securely erased or destroyed, protecting user privacy and complying with data protection regulations. This partnership lets The Royal Mint guarantee that the electronics entering its recycling stream are free from data risks, making the entire process both secure and sustainable. The recovered metals are then transformed into high-quality, "circular" jewelry, helping to close the loop in the precious metals supply chain and reduce the environmental impact of mining. Through this program, The Royal Mint is establishing itself as a player in the circular economy. The Mint has adopted an omnichannel strategy, selling both online and through select retail stores. You can find it at the brand's London store, located in Mayfair's Burlington Arcade. 👉 The 886 collection can be found here: https://886.royalmint.com/ #circulareconomy #innovation #ewaste #electronics #circularlogistics #ITADs #jewlery #circularfashion #circularplatforms All Things Circular

Imagine a world where landfills are a thing of the past and valuable resources are endlessly circulated. This vision is becoming a reality thanks to AI-powered recycling technologies like Google's CircularNet, an open-source machine learning model that I'm incredibly proud to be working on. In India, a country with one of the world's fastest-growing economies, the recycling infrastructure is still developing. Landfills are overflowing, and valuable recyclable materials are often lost. How can we reverse this trend? Google's CircularNet is making significant strides in improving India's recycling efforts, and one of our key partners in this endeavor is Saahas Zero Waste (SZW), a Bangalore-based environmental and social enterprise. SZW is leveraging CircularNet in its efforts to: ➡️ Sort plastic waste more effectively. ➡️ Improve recycling rates. ➡️ Reduce the strain on landfills from recyclable waste. ➡️ Strengthen India's circular economy. Here are some key stats demonstrating the impact of CircularNet in collaboration with Saahas and other partners in India: 🟢 85-90% accuracy in detecting recyclable materials. This significantly reduces the need for manual sorting and minimizes errors. 🟢 Increased Revenue: Saahas predicts a 10-12% improvement in revenue generation thanks to the higher quality recyclable materials recovered with CircularNet. 🟢 Landfill Diversion: Saahas estimates that roughly 90% of recyclable waste could be diverted from landfills by using CircularNet. These impressive results are achieved through AI-powered systems that can accurately identify and sort recyclable materials, reducing contamination and increasing efficiency. This not only benefits the environment but also creates economic opportunities. At Google and with our project CircularNet, we're proud to be a part of this transformative journey. By collaborating with local communities, governments, and businesses, we're helping to build a more sustainable future for India and beyond. Read more on Google's blog here: https://lnkd.in/egQJrCmu #circulareconomy #sustainability #AI #recycling #India #CircularNet #waste Congratulations team! Sujit Sanjeev Nadia James Estee Cheng Navreet Kaur umair sabir Sherman Geng Vic Fatnani Emmanuel Sauquet Arijit Sarker Teesha Roy Chowdhury Ethan Steele Arun Murugesh Saahas Zero Waste & so many more!!!

Happy Earth Day! "Our Power, Our Planet" My contribution includes driving a Chevy Bolt EV since 2017, and using solar panels for approx. 60% of my residential power needs. On that note, taking the next step.. What if e-waste wasn’t waste at all, but a valuable resource waiting to be reimagined? ♻️ A new collaboration between Ericsson, Boliden, and IVL Swedish Environmental Research Institute is taking bold steps toward circularity in the telecommunication industry. With support from Sweden’s innovation agency, Vinnova, the initiative explores how digital tools can trace valuable materials like copper and precious metals through the entire recycling process. At the core is Ericsson Connected Recycling, a software as a service (SaaS) platform designed to enhance traceability and unlock the true potential of end-of-life telecom equipment. By mapping detailed data across the value chain, this project demonstrates how connectivity can turn complex e-waste into circular value. 📈 I believe that this collaboration signals a necessary shift in how industries approach material reuse. Real progress will depend on cross-sector partnerships, innovation, and a mindset that sees waste as opportunity. What role do you see digitalization playing in advancing circular practices in your industry? 🔍♻️ #Sustainability #Economy #Connectivity #Innovation