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Resident’s Electrical Recycling Collections 2026
Resident’s Electrical Recycling Collections – Open for Bookings. Householders as we progress through the year, Recycle IT is inviting residents’ associations, tidy towns groups, and community committees to take the lead in making your estate greener. We encourage associations to organise an electrical and pure metal recycling collection, bringing together householders, families, friends, and neighbors…
The Benefits of Recycling Pull-Up Banners
Pull-up banners are used by many organisations across Dublin. They are helpful tools for events, promotions, and public information. However, once these banners are out of date, they are often stored and forgotten. Many are kept in cupboards or storerooms for years. Over time, they take up space and collect dust. But what if we…
Right to Repair – Postive Change in 2026
Right to Repair: Giving Electronics a Longer Life A new Right to Repair framework has come into force in Ireland recently, marking an important step towards a more circular economy and changing the way we think about broken or unwanted products. The European Union (Common Rules Promoting the Repair of Goods) Regulations 2026 bring the…
E-Waste Recycling Hits Record High
E-Waste – New Highs in Ireland Ireland recycled a record 21.1 million electrical and electronic waste items in 2025, marking another significant increase in the country’s e-waste recycling efforts. However, despite the record volume of electrical waste collected, Ireland still fell short of the European Union’s 65% e-waste collection target, according to new figures from…
Household Electrical Recycling 2026
Household Electrical Recycling – Give a New Life Households across Dublin and surrounding areas have old electrical items that are no longer used. They may be stored in a cupboard, attic, garage, or shed, taking up valuable space. These could include kettles, toasters, heaters, laptops, computers, TVs, cables, chargers, printers, coffee machines, or other household…
Mattress Recycling 2026 – Authorised
Household Mattress Recycling Free Summer 2026 Replacing an old mattress often leaves householders with one important question – what do I do with the old one? From early August through to late September 2026, that question has a simple answer. Recycle IT, in partnership with South Dublin County Council (SDCC), is delighted to launch a…
Tablets – Recylce IT Safely
Why Is It So Important to Recycle Old Tablets Safely? Have you ever found an old tablet hidden in a drawer? Maybe it’s cracked, doesn’t hold a charge anymore, or has been replaced by a newer device. Many kids and teens have old tablets lying around at home. It might seem easy to throw them…
Summer Tips 51 – Reduce, Reuse, Recycle
Summer Tips! For generations in Ireland and across Europe thrift was one of the main reasons for reuse. In the developing world, it’s still the case and leads to very high levels of reuse. In Ireland as in other developed countries rising wages and greater consumer purchasing power have increased the demand for convenience products. Some…
Photocopier and Printer Recycling
Today According to Transparency Market Research the global photocopier market was valued at US$ 727.2 million in 2023. The market is projected to reach US $1.2 billion by 2034 through the increasing demand for multifunctional devices and the expansion serval end-use industries. People working from home and rising disposable income are other reasons for increased demand for…
Recycle IT Update – Building Insulation Upgrade 2026
Insulation New insulation in offices is important because it makes buildings warmer in winter and cooler in summer. Good insulation reduces heat loss, which means less energy is needed to heat or cool the office. This helps lower energy bills and reduces carbon emissions, making the workplace more environmentally friendly. Better insulation also creates a…
Responsible Fridge-Freezer Recycling in 2026
Questions on Recycling Refrigerated Appliances? Most homes in Ireland have a fridge with CSO records showing, 83.9% of households had a fridge with separate freezer section, 40.2% had a fridge (without a freezer compartment), and 34.7% had a deep freezer. Fridges are essential household appliances that keep food fresh, safe, and ready to enjoy. They…
Why Proper Electrical Recycling Matters for Our Planet
People and Planet First Verified Matters We’re proud to share that Recycle IT has been awarded the People and Planet First Verified status through Good Market – a platform that supports businesses creating positive change in the world. This recognition means a lot to us, and we want to explain why it matters and how…
Free Electrical Recycling – 12 Tips for Householders
Recycling Achievements Consumers recycled a record-breaking 41,730 tonnes of electronic and electrical waste in 2023 – the equivalent of almost 200 forty-foot containers Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Ireland’s annual report shows that approximately 18.1 million appliances were collected for recycling last year – exceeding all European norms. Over 15 million small appliances such as…
Computer Usage and Recycling
Ever Increasing Computer Usage: The growing use of computers is driven by their ability to make OUR daily life faster, easier, and more connected. Computers have moved from once specialized, massive machines to everyday, portable tools—such as smartphones, laptops, and wearables—that act as personal assistants, entertainment hubs, and communication devices. The Growing Problem of E-Waste…
Electrical Appliance Recycling – Drop free!
Recycle IT is an award-winning, not-for-profit, social enterprise established to create employment and promote environmental awareness through electrical and metal recycling and reuse.
Dublin On-Street Waste Compactors
Something New! Dublin City Council has introduced new waste compactors on Fownes Street Upper and St Stephen’s Green to help keep our city cleaner and remove rubbish bags from pavements. These easy-to-use compactors can hold much more waste than regular bin bags, helping to keep streets clean, tidy, and free from litter. They compress loose…
Reduce and Reuse Tips for the Workplace – Sustainable Practices
Reduce and Reuse means Change Reducing and reusing materials in workplaces like, schools, colleges, shops, offices and warehouses is one of the simplest ways to cut costs, reduce waste, and run a more sustainable operation. Small changes, done consistently, can make a real difference across your daily, repeatable, step-by-step routines you follow to get your work done,…
Authorised and Eco-Friendly Recycling for Schools and Colleges
Schools need to recycle too! Booked a free #recycling colleciton for all types of #electrical & #electronic equipment. Recycle IT are happy to collect from #schools in #dublin / surrounding areas. If your school wants to arrange an electrical recycling bring day for pupils, parent and teachers we are happy to support.
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