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Recycle IT – People and Planet First Verified

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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 it helps us continue our mission.

What is Good Market?

Good Market is more than just a marketplace. It’s a global platform that brings together businesses and organizations working for a better world. These are companies that don’t just focus on making profits, but also care deeply about people and the planet. From small farms and eco-brands to social enterprises and non-profits, Good Market connects these changemakers to customers, partners, and supporters.

They carefully review each organization before listing them. Only those that meet their high standards for social and environmental impact are approved and verified.

What is “People and Planet First Verified”?

The People and Planet First badge is a special recognition given to social enterprises that put the needs of people and the environment at the center of their work. It shows that a business is not just talking about doing good – they are actually doing it in their daily operations.

To receive this badge, businesses must:

  • Prove that they are making a real positive impact.
  • Show that they care for workers, communities, and nature.
  • Be transparent, open, and accountable.
  • Use profits to grow their mission, not just enrich owners or shareholders.

This badge is also recognized by the UN Taskforce on the Social and Solidarity Economy, making it a meaningful global standard.

Why This Matters to Recycle IT

At Recycle IT, our goal has always been simple: to reduce waste, protect the environment, and create opportunities for people in our community. We collect and recycle e-waste and other materials in a way that is safe, responsible, and helps build a cleaner world.

Getting this badge means:

  • Our efforts are being seen and validated by a trusted global community.
  • We are part of a movement that values fairness, sustainability, and care.
  • We can connect with like-minded partners, customers, and supporters around the world.

This recognition pushes us to keep improving, to do even more, and to be proud of our role in the new economy – one that is not based on exploitation, but on regeneration and inclusion.

Good for People. Good for the Planet.

The Benefits of Being Verified

Becoming People and Planet First Verified brings many benefits, especially for a mission-driven organization like ours:

  1. Trust and Credibility
    The badge shows that we meet high standards. Customers, funders, and partners can trust that we are serious about our impact. It helps us stand out in a crowded market.
  2. Global Visibility
    Good Market gives us a profile on its platform, where people from all over the world can find and support our work. This increases our reach and opens doors to new opportunities.
  3. Networking and Collaboration
    Being part of the Good Market community means we can connect with other verified enterprises, share knowledge, and work together on common goals.
  4. Continuous Support
    Good Market doesn’t just list our name – it helps us grow. They offer updates, tools, and learning resources to help us improve and stay aligned with our mission.
  5. Being a Part of Something Bigger
    We’re now part of a global movement that believes business can be a force for good. This is inspiring and motivating, and it helps us stay committed even when challenges come.

What’s Next for Recycle IT

This recognition is not the end – it’s just the beginning. We will keep working hard to serve our community, care for the planet, and offer fair, meaningful work to those who need it most. We’re looking at new ways to improve our recycling process, reduce pollution, and educate people about waste and sustainability.

A Big Thank You

We thank Good Market for this honor. And most of all, we thank our team, partners, and supporters. You are the reason we can keep doing what we do. Together, we are building a future that works for everyone. It also important to note this award was made available through a project offered by Social Enterprise Republic of Ireland (SERI) and supported by the Irish Government.

Social Enterprise Republic of Ireland

About Recycle IT

Recycle IT is an award-winning, not-for-profit, social enterprise established to create employment and promote environmental awareness through recycling and reuse. We work in partnership with WEEE Ireland and are authorized by your local authority to provide electrical, electronic, and pure metal recycling collections across Dublin since 2007. Recycle IT are fully compliant with WEEE Recycling Requirements and permit details are available here.

Over the last 20 year Recycle IT have happily offered safe electrical and electronic recycling services to households and small and medium size organisations across a range of sectors. We offer our services all over Dublin and in surrounding areas. We are happy to offer cost effective and safe computer, laptop or tablet data destruction for home users and small offices on request.

For more information about Recycle IT please click here.

Recycle IT at Work

Free Home Appliances Recycling

On By JMCEIn Awards, Collections, Dublin, Electronic and Electrical Recycling, Electronic Equipment, Social Enterprise, We Recycle ITLeave a comment

Disposing of Old Electrical Appliances

Recycling home appliances helps protect the environment, saves energy, reduces waste, and conserves valuable materials. It’s a smart, eco-friendly choice for everyone. Recent statistics show consumers recycled a record-breaking 41,730 tonnes of electronic and electrical waste in 2023 – the equivalent of almost 200 forty-foot containers more than the previous year, new figures reveal.

Over 15 million small appliances such as coffee makers, calculators, kettles and keyboards, along with the equivalent of 66 million used AA batteries were also handed back for safe recycling to make their way into the circular economy.

Members of the public may dispose of all their old household waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE)  free of charge at Recycle IT in Clondalkin, Co Dublin.

WEEE Ireland – 20 Years of Recycling

Recycle IT are happy to say we have worked in partnership with WEEE Ireland for 20 year to help recycle appliances like washing machines, dishwashers, cookers, hobs, televisions, computers, laptops, tablets, cables, toasters, kettles, heaters, clocks, lights, lamps and lots more! You will find helpful lists here.

How it Works

WEEE Ireland supports Recycle IT  in the collection and recycling of old damaged or unused electrical items. This service is part-financed by the payment of tariffs from the producers who originally put the WEEE into the marketplace. Recycling opportunities are available free to resident groups through a door to door collection services. Up to 500 homes per day are offered an electrical recycling collection with help provided with lifting and moving items. The service is age-friendly and our teams are helpful so don’t be shy!

Recycle ITWhat does Electrical / WEEE Recycling Mean?

The WEEE Regulations were introduced to promote the environmentally responsible disposal, recovery, and recycling of consumer electrical goods and appliances in Ireland.  The Regulations apply to all kinds of Electrical & Electronic Equipment but contain limited exemptions for certain types of devices, such as some medical or military items.

These regulations require the Producers (manufacturers and importers) and Retailers of Electrical & Electronic Equipment to ensure systems are in place to fund and encourage the return, collection, and recycling of WEEE items from the general public. Recycle IT supports this recycling activity and is licensed to do so.

Retailer / Consumers Recycling

Retailers of Electrical & Electronic Equipment, including internet sellers, are now required by law to provide for take-back of WEEE articles from customers free of charge, subject to the conditions below:

Free retailer take-back only applies when a new item has been purchased and on a one-for-one basis.

Collected Electrical Appliances

Any item for return must be of a similar type as the new item being bought; e.g. a retailer is not obliged to accept a television if a customer has only bought a toaster.

With any household items that require delivery, retailers must collect the old appliance free of charge, and give at least 24 hours’ notice of delivery. Items such as fridges must be properly de-frosted and disconnected by the customer before collection. Depending on the retailer there may be a delivery charge.

All retailers selling Electrical & Electronic Equipment to the general public are legally obliged to comply with various other requirements under the WEEE Regulations, including measures relating to the:

  • Display of statutory WEEE signage in-store, which must be displayed at each point of sale;
  • Provision of information explaining WEEE take-back procedures and deadlines to the public;
  • Provision of a suitable storage area for any returned WEEE items.
  • Further information on the WEEE Regulations is also available on the EPA website.

Civic Amenity Recycling 

In Dublin and surrounding areas all old, damaged and unwanted household electrical items, batteries and energy-saving light bulbs can be brought to your nearest civic amenity site for free recycling. A list of these locations in Dublin is available here

Recycle IT Recycling 

Electrical and electronics recycling services have been operated by Recycle IT since 2002. Our teams work with householders, charities, schools, colleges, businesses, government, non-government and community-based organizations in Dublin and the surrounding counties of Kildare and Wicklow.

Recycle IT 2019 TV
Recycle IT / Recycle TV’s

Recycle IT offer Residents Association door-to-door collections, personal collections and business recycling collections. Recycling services are offered to homes and organisations to help ensure electronic, electrical and metal equipment is safely recycled. Equipment collected flows through an authorized and approved recycling supply chain which feeds the circular economy and ultimately reuse.

As a not-for-profit social enterprise, Recycle IT has benefited the WEEE sector since 2007 by collecting waste electrical and electronic equipment (WEEE) from householders and community organizations who can find it costly and therefore hard to recycle.

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Recycle IT Community Residents Collection

Examples of items that can be recycled for free include:

  • All types of batteries including farm fencing and automotive batteries
  • Torches, Power tools, and other Small Electrical Devices
  • Fridges, Freezers, Washing Machines, and Electric Ovens
  • PCs, Networking, TVs, Monitors, Cables, Chargers
  • Energy Saving Lamps and other Lighting Equipment
  • Along with any other household WEEE, you may have.

These types of items are accepted free by (Residents’ associations and organisations).

For full/downloadable lists of all items recycled please click here

To learn more call 01 4578321 or email info@recycleit.ie 

If you miss your Recycle IT collection day remember that you can recycle your household electrical waste and waste batteries at our recycling centre free of charge. Click here for our location and directions. You can also arrange a cost-effective personal collection with Recycle IT. Just click here

About Recycle IT

Recycle IT is an award-winning, not-for-profit, social enterprise established to create employment and promote environmental awareness through recycling and reuse. We work in partnership with WEEE Ireland and are authorized by your local authority to provide electrical, electronic and pure metal recycling collections across Dublin since 2007. Recycle IT are fully compliant with WEEE collection regulations. Our permit details are available here.

Recycle IT – Community Recycling Initiative of the Year 2023

Data Destruction Safety and Recycling!

On By JMCEIn Electronic and Electrical RecyclingLeave a comment

Personal Computers Today!

For the full year 2024, PC vendors shipped 262.7 million PCs, up 1% from 2023. The personal computer (PC) market is experiencing growth driven by factors like remote work, digital learning, and gaming, with global revenue projected to reach over $86 billion by 2034. This is a hugh amount of personal computers.

Source: International Data Corporation (IDC) 

On the other side, recycling figures from WEEE Ireland for the last three years reveal that for every ten new tech products sold in Ireland, only four are eventually coming back for recycling.

WEEE Ireland research, completed in 2023 has found that recyclers have concerns about personal data which is preventing one in five adults recycling their old and unused tech items and a further 22% keep them as back-up, just in case something happens the new item.

When people decide not to recycle their old equipment, the recycling take-back rate declines. Since 2020 the rate has stood still at 40% – well below the national e-waste target of 65% as set in the waste electrical and electronic equipment directive (WEEE).

Computers for Breakdown and Safe Recylcing at Recycle IT

The CEO of the WEEE Ireland compliance scheme, Leo Donovan, has urged consumers to dig out old and broken tech and their accessories for recycling.

WEEE Ireland estimated, an average of six million tech items – including mobiles, laptops, tablets, printers, cables, and chargers – were sold each year over the last three years so there must be old items on every house in Ireland which can be recycled.

Safe Recycling and Secure Data Disposal in Ireland

Our rapidly advancing use of electronic devices has become an integral part of our home and work lives. With an estimated six million tech items sold each year, many devices including computers, small office servers, mobile phones, and tablets store vast amounts of sensitive information.  As we embrace all this convenience it is crucial to understand the significance of data safety when reselling older items, offering items for reuse, or recycling devices. Recycle IT can help.

Protecting Personal Privacy:

When we use electronic devices, we often store personal information such as names, addresses, and contact details. In the wrong hands, this data can be misused for identity theft or fraud. Recycling your old gadgets without properly disposing of the data poses a risk to your personal privacy. Ensuring secure data disposal safeguards you and your loved ones from potential harm.

Data Safety / Recylce Wisely
Photo from Pexel.com – Photo by Fernando Arcos

Compliance with Data Protection Laws:

Ireland, like many other countries, has strict data protection laws to safeguard individuals’ privacy. Disposing of electronic devices without considering the data they contain can lead to violations of these laws. By responsibly handling data during the recycling process, you not only protect yourself but also adhere to legal requirements, avoiding potential fines or legal consequences.

Preventing Business Data Breaches:

Small offices and organisations often store multiple types of sensitive data on old computers and servers. Improper disposal of these devices can lead to data breaches, compromising confidential information. Such breaches can harm the reputation of businesses and result in financial losses. Secure data disposal practices are essential for protecting the integrity of business operations and maintaining trust with clients and partners.

Environmental Responsibility:

Beyond the digital realm, electronic devices also impact the environment. Recycling helps prevent electronic waste from ending up in landfills, reducing the ecological footprint. However, overlooking data safety in the recycling process can have unintended consequences. Ensuring secure data disposal while recycling contributes to a more sustainable and environmentally responsible approach to e-waste management.

Recycle IT – Safe Electronic Recycling

Encouraging Responsible E-Waste Recycling:

Proper data disposal practices also play a vital role in promoting responsible e-waste recycling. When individuals and businesses prioritize the secure handling of data during device recycling, it sets a positive example for others. This collective effort fosters a culture of responsibility, encouraging more people to dispose of their electronic devices thoughtfully.

Supporting Circular Economy Initiatives:

Ireland, like many countries, is striving towards a circular economy where resources are reused and recycled. Secure data disposal is a key aspect of this circular approach, ensuring that devices can be safely refurbished or recycled without compromising sensitive information. By supporting circular economy initiatives, individuals and businesses contribute to a more sustainable and efficient use of resources.

It’s worth remembering to strike the balance between data safety and proactively recycling electronic devices. We really should recycle electronic deceives to keep to circular economy going but we must also protect personal privacy, ensures compliance with data protection laws, and prevent data breaches.

Source – Circular Flanders

Promoting environmental responsibility, encourages responsible e-waste recycling, and supports circular economy initiatives. By adopting secure data disposal practices, we not only contribute to a safer digital environment but also play a role in building a more sustainable and responsible future for Ireland and beyond.

Read more on the WEEE Ireland findings here.

About Recycle IT

Recycle IT is an award-winning, not-for-profit, social enterprise established to create employment and promote environmental awareness through recycling and reuse. We work in partnership with WEEE Ireland and are authorized by your local authority to provide electrical, electronic, and pure metal recycling collections across Dublin since 2007. Recycle IT are fully compliant with WEEE Recycling Requirements and permit details are available here.

Over the last 20 year Recycle IT have happily offered safe electrical and electronic recycling services to households and small and medium size organisations across a range of sectors. We offer our services all over Dublin and in surrounding areas. We are happy to offer cost effective and safe computer, laptop or tablet data destruction for home users and small offices on request.

For more information about Recycle IT please click here.

Recycle IT Social Enterprise Award Winner 2025

Spring Recycling with Sandyford Business District

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Free Electrical Recycling:

Sandyford Business District is hosting a Free Electrical Recycling Event to help local people, employees working in nearby businesses, and businesses themselves recycle their old or broken electrical items safely and responsibly. This initiative is part of an ongoing effort to promote sustainability and reduce waste in the community.

Event Photos

Event Details:

  • Date: Thursday April 10th 2025
  • Time: 10am – 12pm
  • Location: Dominic Smith Expert Electrical Sandyford, Unit 4, Leopardstown Retail Park, D18
  • Recycler: Recycle IT
  • Cost: Free (household / small office electrical / electronic equipment).

This event provides a convenient way for everyone to dispose of unwanted electrical items without harming the environment. Whether it’s an old laptop, a broken toaster, or outdated office equipment, all electrical items will be collected and recycled properly.

Who Can Participate?

  • Local Residents – Get rid of old electrical items cluttering your home.
  • Employees in Local Businesses – Drop off broken personal gadgets or work-related electronic waste.
  • Businesses – Dispose of obsolete office electronics in an environmentally friendly way.

What Can You Recycle? You can bring in a wide range of electrical and electronic items, including:

  • Computers, laptops, and accessories
  • Desktop printers and scanners
  • Mobile phones and tablets
  • TVs and monitors
  • Kitchen appliances (toasters, kettles, microwaves, cookers etc.)
  • Cables, chargers, and batteries
Lighting for Recycling

Why Recycle Electronics? Electronic waste contains materials that can be harmful if not disposed of correctly. Recycling ensures that valuable components are recovered, reducing landfill waste and preventing pollution. By participating in this event, you contribute to a cleaner and greener Sandyford.

How to Take Part Simply bring your unwanted electrical items to the designated collection point on the event day. Our team will handle the rest, ensuring all items are processed safely.

Join us in making a positive impact!

About Recycle IT

Spread the word and encourage others to participate. Together, we can create a more sustainable future for our community.

Recycle IT is an award-winning social enterprise providing recycling collection and drop-off services for all types of waste electrical, electronic equipment (WEEE) and pure metal items.

During 2024 Recycle IT operated drop-off and collection services to homes, schools, charities and businesses across Dublin and surrounding areas collecting a range of WEEE including thousands of batteries, computers, cables, monitors, kettles, microwaves and screens.

Recycle IT services are provided in partnership with WEEE Ireland. Recycle IT is supported by the Department of Rural and Community Development, Dormant Accounts Fund, Pobal, South Dublin County Council and authorized by the National Waste Collection Permit Office and the local authorities across Leinster.

For further details about our free and cost-effective services call us on 01 4578321, email info@recycleit.ie or visit the Recycle IT website at www.recycleit.ie

Mixed IT for Recycling

Electrical Equipment – 36 Simple Recycling Tips 🌍

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For Homes and Offices

Households and small offices should prioritize easy and safe electrical and electronic recycling to reduce e-waste, prevent pollution, and conserve natural resources. Proper disposal minimizes toxic hazards, supports a circular economy, and promotes sustainability. Recycling responsibly protects the environment, conserves energy, and fosters a cleaner, healthier community for everyone.

Here are 36 simple tips and reasons for households and small offices to focus on easy and safe electrical and electronic recycling in their community:

Promoting Electrical and Electronic Recycling – Recycle IT

Why Recycling Matters

  1. Reduces E-Waste – Prevents harmful waste from ending up in landfills.
  2. Protects the Environment – Stops toxic substances like lead and mercury from polluting soil and water.
  3. Saves Energy – Recycling materials requires less energy than mining new ones.
  4. Conserves Natural Resources – Reduces the need for raw materials like metals and plastics.
  5. Reduces Carbon Footprint – Helps lower emissions from manufacturing new products.
  6. Prevents Illegal Dumping – Ensures hazardous waste is properly handled.
  7. Promotes a Circular Economy – Recycled materials can be reused in new products.
  8. Supports Local Jobs – Encourages employment and training in recycling.
  9. Improves Community Cleanliness – Reduces clutter and dumping of old electronics.
  10. Encourages Responsible Consumption – Promotes awareness about sustainability.
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How to Recycle Safely

  1. Find Local Recycling Programs – Check government or community websites for e-waste collection and centres – Recycle IT is one!
  2. Use Retailer Take-Back Services – Many stores accept old electronics when purchasing new ones.
  3. Donate Working Devices – Offer functional electronics to schools, charities, or community centres.
  4. Schedule E-Waste Collection Days – Participate in local events for safe disposal.
  5. Remove Personal Data – Wipe all devices before or during recycling to protect your information.
  6. Separate Batteries – Dispose of all equipment properly to avoid leaks and fire hazards.
  7. Know What Can Be Recycled – Items like old phones, laptops, printers, and cables can be recycled.
  8. Avoid Landfill Disposal – Never throw electronics in any domestic or office bin.
  9. Use Authorised Recyclers – Choose recycling initiatives approved by authorities with collection and facility permits to allow safe recycling.
  10. Follow Local Guidelines – Some areas have specific rules for disposing of e-waste.
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Easy Steps for Home / Office Recycling

  1. Create a Recycling Station – Set up a dedicated space for used electronics.
  2. Label Recycling Bins – Clearly mark bins for batteries, cables, and devices.
  3. Educate Family & Employees – Inform others about e-waste recycling importance.
  4. Encourage Repairs – Fix devices instead of replacing them when possible.
  5. Upgrade Responsibly – Sell or trade in old electronics when upgrading.
  6. Use Cloud Storage – Reduce the need for physical storage devices.
  7. Unplug Unused Devices – Reduces energy waste and extends product lifespan.
  8. Buy Recycled Products – Support brands that use recycled materials.
  9. Minimize Purchases – Only buy new electronics when necessary.
  10. Support E-Waste Policies – Advocate for better recycling laws in your community.
Mixed Electrical and Electronic Equipment – Recycle IT

Benefits of E-Waste Recycling

  1. Less Clutter at Home & Office – Keeps spaces organized and free of old tech.
  2. Encourages Responsible Manufacturing – Companies improve designs for reuse and recyclability.
  3. Promotes Sustainable Living – Helps build a greener future.
  4. Reduces Health Risks – Prevents exposure to harmful e-waste chemicals.
  5. Improves Waste Management – Ensures better handling of hazardous materials.
  6. Builds a Conscious Community – Encourages collective efforts for environmental responsibility.

By adopting these simple habits, households and small offices can contribute to a safer and greener planet while managing their electronics responsibly!

About Recycle IT

Recycle IT is an award-winning, not-for-profit, social enterprise established to create employment and promote environmental awareness through recycling and reuse. We work in partnership with WEEE Ireland and are authorized by your local authority to provide electrical, electronic and pure metal recycling collections across Dublin since 2007. Recycle IT are fully compliant with WEEE Recycling Requirements and permit details are available here.

For more information about Recycle IT please click here.

Team Recylce IT