Godrej’s “India v/s E-Waste” campaign reveals a stark truth: toxins from discarded electronics are entering the food chain. As the world’s third-largest e-waste producer, India still handles 95% of its waste unsafely. By educating young people on proper recycling, Godrej aims to protect public health and encourage sustainable urban-mining practices.

Poland is strengthening its position as the EU’s battery hub with major investments from Elemental Battery Metals and Ascend Elements. These facilities aim to cut Europe’s dependence on Chinese refined minerals. As the world’s second-largest battery producer, Poland is key to the EU’s goal of processing 40% of strategic materials locally by 2030.

Researchers have developed a non-toxic process that recovers 98.2% of gold from e-waste in under 20 minutes. It uses 62.5% less energy and costs far less than traditional mining. With circuit boards containing up to 800 times more gold than raw ore, this “urban mining” method is both cleaner and far more profitable.

Deloitte is addressing e-waste through community action and policy reform. Its “Recycle for Good” program with Currys let UK employees recycle devices for refurbishment or donation, helping 47,000 people access tech. Meanwhile, Deloitte Belgium is advising the WEEE Forum on shifting EU policy toward a more genuinely circular economy.

EE has launched a premium refurbished smartphone range aimed at the rising Gen-Z “Tech Thrifter” trend. With 55% of young consumers viewing pre-owned devices as a badge of honour, EE offers 53-point quality checks and lifetime warranties. EE has launched a premium refurbished smartphone range aimed at the rising Gen-Z “Tech Thrifter” trend.