Currys has launched a new partnership with Cancer Research UK to recycle unsellable tech donations from the charity’s shops.
As the UK’s leading tech recycler, Currys processes over 50,000 tonnes of e-waste each year. Under the initiative, Cancer Research UK will be able to drop off unwanted tech items from its stores at Currys’ UK delivery depots, at no cost.
These items will then be sent to the retailer‘s central sorting facility in Newark, where they will be evaluated and either refurbished, repaired, disassembled for usable parts, or responsibly recycled. Any items that are recycled will count toward Currys’ overall WEEE collection and will help meet its producer obligations.
This announcement follows Currys’ collaboration with Deloitte last month, which encouraged its 25,000-strong workforce to recycle unwanted tech and electricals at their local stores.
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Currys chief people, sustainability, and communications officer Paula Coughlan said: “We are delighted to be able to support Cancer Research UK with this initiative – ensuring that any unsellable tech donations are responsibly recycled.
“It not only ensures that old and unwanted tech is safely disposed of, but it also supports Cancer Research UK, an incredibly important charity.”
Cancer Research UK director of trading Julie Byard added: “We receive a great deal of high-value donations across our shops thanks to our supporters – and we appreciate everyone who donates.
“Where we can’t sell donated tech, Currys’ support is incredibly helpful. It’s reassuring to know that their well-established tech recycling operation ensures we can recycle responsibly.”
The announcement coincides with Global Recycling Day.
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