Within the framework of European regulations laid down in the WEEE Directive, the activities of companies such as Ecowave are highly encouraged. We contribute to regulating the flow of mobile phones and tablet devices.
In addition, we provide a platform that ensures devices are given a second life in time, instead of remaining unused in drawers or cupboards. This aligns with the European Union’s waste hierarchy, also known as the “Ladder of Lansink,” which prioritizes the most environmentally friendly methods of waste management. Reuse ranks second, right after prevention.
If a product can no longer be used, recycling remains an important option to recover materials for use in new products. The national waste management plan further defines this hierarchy as follows:
