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fromTheregister
2 weeks ago

PIRG post parade of devices doomed by end of support

PIRG's "Electronic Waste Graveyard" reveals the significant problem of discarded tech after manufacturer support ends.
#sustainability
fromTheregister
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Intel pitches modular PCs to cut e-waste, ease repairs

Intel advocates for a modular PC design to enhance repairability and reduce electronic waste.
fromWIRED
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

If You're Going to Make Something, Here's How to Make It Robust

Christopher Tidy promotes a system for designing products that are easy to repair, contributing to sustainability and reducing electronic waste.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 year ago
Digital life

From saving money to being more environmentally friendly: five reasons to buy a refurbished smartphone

Choosing a refurbished smartphone can help reduce carbon footprint and support sustainability.
fromTheregister
3 months ago
Miscellaneous

Intel pitches modular PCs to cut e-waste, ease repairs

Intel advocates for a modular PC design to enhance repairability and reduce electronic waste.
fromWIRED
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

If You're Going to Make Something, Here's How to Make It Robust

Christopher Tidy promotes a system for designing products that are easy to repair, contributing to sustainability and reducing electronic waste.
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 year ago
Digital life

From saving money to being more environmentally friendly: five reasons to buy a refurbished smartphone

Choosing a refurbished smartphone can help reduce carbon footprint and support sustainability.
more#sustainability
fromInsideHook
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

EU Releases Details for Its Device Charging Mandate

The E.U. is standardizing charging cables to reduce electronic waste and consumer costs. This includes mandatory USB-C chargers for new devices, including laptops.
#usb-c
fromwww.thelocal.fr
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Universal charger: France's new law for phones and small electrical items

France mandates a universal USB-C charger for all new mobile phones and small electronics starting December 28th, aiming to reduce waste and improve convenience.
fromTheregister
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

UK to consider USB-C as charging standard

UK government is consulting on adopting a common charging standard, potentially aligning with the EU's USB-C standard to reduce electronic waste.
fromMail Online
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Britain could soon introduce MAJOR change on all phones

Britain may adopt USB-C as the standard charger for all electronic devices, aligning with EU regulations to reduce e-waste.
fromwww.thelocal.fr
4 months ago
Miscellaneous

Universal charger: France's new law for phones and small electrical items

France mandates a universal USB-C charger for all new mobile phones and small electronics starting December 28th, aiming to reduce waste and improve convenience.
fromTheregister
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

UK to consider USB-C as charging standard

UK government is consulting on adopting a common charging standard, potentially aligning with the EU's USB-C standard to reduce electronic waste.
fromMail Online
6 months ago
Miscellaneous

Britain could soon introduce MAJOR change on all phones

Britain may adopt USB-C as the standard charger for all electronic devices, aligning with EU regulations to reduce e-waste.
more#usb-c
#environmental-impact
from24/7 Wall St.
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

These Horribly Polluted Places on the Planet May Never Recover

Industrial pollution primarily causes global environmental issues, leading to serious health and ecological consequences.
fromenglish.elpais.com
8 months ago
OMG science

Bitcoin mining uses the same amount of energy as Argentina, while laptops need a ton of material

Digitalization has a significant, often invisible, environmental impact, contributing notably to greenhouse gas emissions and resource consumption.
from24/7 Wall St.
5 months ago
Miscellaneous

These Horribly Polluted Places on the Planet May Never Recover

Industrial pollution primarily causes global environmental issues, leading to serious health and ecological consequences.
fromenglish.elpais.com
8 months ago
OMG science

Bitcoin mining uses the same amount of energy as Argentina, while laptops need a ton of material

Digitalization has a significant, often invisible, environmental impact, contributing notably to greenhouse gas emissions and resource consumption.
more#environmental-impact
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