WEEE Management Report 2023: Downward trend compared to 2022
Nearly 511,000 tons of household and professional WEEE were treated by authorized facilities in 2023. This figure represents a 4.6% decline compared to 2022. This translates into a collection rate of 30.24% of the average amount released for consumption over the last three years. This figure confirms the negative trend […]
Individual systems: what are they and how do they work?
In the world of electrical and electronic equipment (EEE), responsible waste management is a key priority. But what exactly are Individual Systems and how do they work? In this article, we will explore these organizational structures and their crucial role in the management of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) and Batteries and Accumulators (PA). [...]
World Environment Day 2024
Today, June 5, 2024, we celebrate World Environment Day. The SINAB Consortium is proud to contribute to environmental protection through services that help companies achieve environmental compliance. We benefit the environment by collecting and delivering batteries and WEEE to specialized recycling facilities. We are open to new […]
Portable batteries and accumulators: what are they?
Portable batteries and accumulators are an integral part of our daily lives, powering a wide range of devices that we use for both personal and professional purposes. In this article we will explore what these energy sources are, how they work, and the importance of their proper management. What are portable batteries and accumulators? The [...]
Need to dispose of alkaline batteries? Here's how you should do it.
Alkaline batteries are a type of non-rechargeable battery that falls into the category of portable batteries and accumulators, typically used to power electronic and electrical devices such as: TV and audio remote controls, clocks and alarms, and wireless mouses. To dispose of alkaline batteries, if they originate from professional activities, you must follow […]
LME Value – May 2024
Lead value in May 2024: €1985.42/TON Contact us or fill out the form on our website to receive your personalized quote for used batteries!
Are you an EEE producer?
Electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) are essential components of our daily lives, from household to industrial use. In Italy, the definition of an EEE producer is regulated by specific regulations that identify the entities responsible for the production and distribution of these devices. Who is considered an EEE producer? An EEE producer is a natural or legal person [...]
LME Value - April 2024
Lead value in April 2024: 1891.73 €/TON Contact us or fill out the form on our website to receive your custom quote for spent batteries!
Data on WEEE collection: why is the trend downward?
Italy, like many other countries, faces a growing challenge related to the management of Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE). This waste, which includes a wide range of products from large and small household appliances to computer devices and audio/video equipment, is one of the fastest growing categories of waste [...]
Did you know that it is possible to recycle more than 50 percent of the materials that make up batteries and cells?
Not everyone knows that even a small battery contains many noble and valuable materials for industry that are worth recovering. Batteries can be given a new lease of life through the use of these materials in the production of new batteries or in the manufacture of other items. In fact, as stipulated in the new EU Regulation 2023-1542, in [...]