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ELECTRONIC WASTE RECYCLING

WHAT IS E-WASTE? 

Have you ever stopped to think about what happens to your laptop, mobile phone, speakers, keyboard, printer and other electronics once it’s reached the end of its life? No? If not recycled responsibly  these products can end up in landfills, polluting the environment and harming people and wildlife.

E-waste is an ever-growing problem across the world.  Because of the quick introduction of new electronics to the global market, many people discard electronic devices after only a few years of use. In 2019 alone, the world generated 53.6 million tonnes of e-waste. That’s about 7.3 kilograms per person and equivalent in weight to 350 cruise ships. 

How to dispose of your electronics in South Africa? Simply contact AST Recycling, South Africa's trusted electronic waste recycler. 

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GOT E-WASE? RECYCLE IT.

Say goodbye to your old electronics the right way! At AST Recycling, we take e-waste seriously. Our team adheres to the strict regulations of the NEMWA Act 2018, ensuring that all electronic waste is handled, recycled, and disposed of responsibly.

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WHAT TYPE OF E-WASTE WE RECYCLE?

At AST Recycling, we are equipped to handle a wide variety of e-waste. Here are some of the items we recycle:

Computers and Laptops:  Whether it's a desktop, laptop, or server, we ensure these devices are responsibly recycled.

Mobile Phones and Tablets:  From the latest smartphones to older models, we recycle them all.

Printers and Scanners:  Office equipment like printers and scanners are part of our recycling program.

Networking Equipment:  Routers, switches, and other networking devices are included.

Printed Circuit Boards

Hard Drives

RAMs, CPUs, HDD

With AST Recycling, you can trust that your e-waste is in good hands. Together, let's make a difference—one recycled item at a time.

OUR SERVICES

We don't just recycle—we go the extra mile to keep your data safe and your assets managed. Here’s what we offer:  

E-WASTE COLLECTION

To save your precious time, our team will collect electronic waste from your organization on the agreed date.

DATA SANITISATION

  Data sanitisation solution offered by AST is compliant with the United States Department of Defense standard for data sanitisation, DOD 5220.22-M.

FREE CERTIFICATES

Free Data Destruction and E-Waste Disposal certificates issued on request.

SUSTAINABLE RECYCLING

Our recycling solutions help to conserve natural resources and reduce the amount of e-waste accumulating in landfills.

WHY E-WASTE RECYCLING MATTERS?

E-waste recycling and management aren’t just buzzwords—they're
essential to protecting our planet. Proper recycling not only saves
resources but also helps reduce pollution and minimize health risks. So,
before you toss out that old gadget, consider recycling it instead. It’s a
small step that makes a big difference! E-waste recycling and management aren’t just buzzwords—they're
essential to protecting our planet. Proper recycling not only saves
resources but also helps reduce pollution and minimize health risks. So,
before you toss out that old gadget, consider recycling it instead. It’s a
small step that makes a big difference! E-waste recycling and management aren’t just buzzwords—they're essential to protecting our planet and data. Recycling e-waste is crucial for several reasons:
E-waste recycling and management aren’t just buzzwords—they're
essential to protecting our planet. Proper recycling not only saves
resources but also helps reduce pollution and minimize health risks. So,
before you toss out that old gadget, consider recycling it instead. It’s a
small step that makes a big difference! E-waste recycling and management aren’t just buzzwords—they're
essential to protecting our planet. Proper recycling not only saves
resources but also helps reduce pollution and minimize health risks. So,
before you toss out that old gadget, consider recycling it instead. It’s a
small step that makes a big difference!
Environmental Protection:  E-waste contains harmful substances that can pollute the environment. Proper recycling prevents these from ending up in landfills.

Resource Conservation:  Many electronic devices contain valuable materials like gold, silver, and copper. Recycling helps conserve these precious resources.

Data Security:  Proper disposal ensures that your personal and business data doesn't fall into the wrong hands.

So, before you toss out that old gadget, consider recycling it instead. It’s a small step that makes a big difference! 
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HOW E-WASTE RECYCLING REDUCES CO₂ EMISSIONS

E-waste recycling not only conserves natural resources but also cuts down on carbon emissions, making e-waste recycling a key contributor to a greener future.

Recycling 1 kilogram of e-waste can save approximately 1.44 kilograms of CO₂ emissions, depending on the type of electronics and the recycling methods used. This significant reduction occurs because recycling recovers valuable materials like metals, plastics, and rare earth elements, which reduces the need for energy-intensive mining and processing of virgin resources. For example, recycling metals from e-waste (such as copper, aluminum, and gold) not only conserves natural resources but also significantly reduces energy consumption, thus preventing additional carbon emissions that would have been generated through traditional extraction and manufacturing processes. This makes e-waste recycling an essential contributor to lowering carbon footprints in industries reliant on electronics.


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