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E-waste management: The call for a better tomorrow
Definition of e-waste : Electronic waste (‘e-waste’) are the electronic equipments / products that connects with power plug, batteries which have become obsolete due to: Advancement in technology ,Changes in fashion,Style and status,Nearing the end of their useful life.
Classification of e-waste : E-waste encompasses ever growing range of obsolete electronic devices such as computers, servers, main frames, monitors, TVs & display devices, telecommunication devices such as cellular phones & pagers, calculators, audio and video devices, printers, scanners, copiers and fax machines besides refrigerators, air conditioners, washing machines, and microwave ovens, e-waste also covers recording devices such as DVDs, CDs, floppies, tapes, printing cartridges, military electronic waste, automobile catalytic converters, electronic components such as chips, processors, mother boards, printed circuit boards, industrial electronics such as sensors, alarms, sirens, security devices, automobile electronic devices. Indian Scenario : There is an estimate that the total obsolete computers originating from government offices, business houses, industries and household is of the order of 2 million nos. Manufactures and assemblers in a single calendar year, estimated to produce around 1200 tons of electronic scrap. It should be noted that obsolence rate of personal computers (PC) is one in every two years. The consumers finds it convenient to buy a new computer rather than upgrade the old one due to the changing configuration, technology and the attractive offers of the manufacturers. Due to the lack of governmental legislations on e-waste, standards for disposal, proper mechanism for handling these toxic hi-tech products, mostly end up in landfills or partly recycled in a unhygienic conditions and partly thrown into waste streams. Computer waste is generated from the individual households; the government, public and private sectors; computer retailers; manufacturers; foreign embassies; secondary markets of old PCs. Of these, the biggest source of PC scrap are foreign countries that export huge computer waste in the form of reusable components. Electronic waste or e-waste is one of the rapidly growing environmental problems of the world. In India, the electronic waste management assumes greater significance not only due to the generation of our own waste but also dumping ofe-waste particularly computer waste from the developed countries. With extensively using computers and electronic equipments and people dumping old electronic goods for new ones, the amount ofE-Waste generated has been steadily increasing. At present Bangalore alone generates about 8000 tonnes of computer waste annually and in the absence of proper disposal, they find their way to scrap dealers.
E-Parisaraa, an eco-friendly recycling unit on the outskirts of Bangalore which is located in Dobaspet industrial area, about 45 Km north of Bangalore, makes full use ofE-Waste. The plant which is India’s first scientific e-waste recycling unit will reduce pollution, landfill waste and recover valuable metals, plastics & glass from waste in an eco-friendly manner. E-Parisaraa has developed a circuit to extend the life of tube lights. The circuit helps to extend the life of fluorescent tubes by more than 2000 hours. If the circuits are used, tube lights can work on lower voltages. The initiative is to aim at reducing the accumulation of used and discarded electronic and electrical equipments. India as a developing country needs simpler, low cost technology keeping in view of maximum resource recovery in an environmental friendly methodologies. E-Parisaraa, deals with practical aspect ofe-waste processing as mentioned below by hand. Phosphor affects the display resolution and luminance of the images that is seen in the monitor. E-Parisaraa’s Director Mr. P. Parthasarathy, an IIT Madras graduate, and a former consultant for a similar e-waste recycling unit in Singapore, has developed an ecofriendly methodology for reusing, recycling and recovery of metals, glass & plastics with non-incineration methods . The hazardous materials are segregated separately and send for secure land fill for ex.: phosphor coating, LED’s, mercury etc. We have the technology to recycle most of the e-waste and only less than one per cent of this will be regarded as waste, which can go into secure landfill planned in the vicinity by the HAWA project. Importance of Environment Management System (EMS) An Environment Management System (EMS) is a tool for managing the impacts of an organization's activities on the environment. It provides a structured approach to planning and implementing environment protection measures. HCL has a well defined environment management policy that we proudly refer to as HCL ecoSafe. HCL is the first company in the country to be ISO14001 compliant. International Standard Organization has laid down certain compliance guidelines before a manufacturer qualifies as ISO14001.
International Environmental Standards - ISO 14001 ISO 14001 is a collection of voluntary standards that assists organizations to achieve environmental gains through the implementation of effective environmental management. The standards provide both a model for streamlining environmental management, and guidelines to ensure environmental issues are considered in an effective manner to safeguard the interests of all stakeholders involved namely the manufactures, the consumers and recyclers.
HCL’s E-Waste Policy HCL Electronic Waste Policy on WEEE management to encourage separate collection and recycling of end-of-life products that are other wise land disposed.
1. 2.
3. HCL’s initiative on energy conservation initiative.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
6.
7. Conservation of Natural
1.
Resources.
2.
3. HCL's Policy on RoHS
1.
2. 3.
Suppliers level agreement on EMS.
HCL today has a comprehensive policy on WEEE management. HCL extends its recycling facility to all its customers regardless of the fact, when and where they purchased the product.
Implemented
we are in the process to educate our customers to promote separate collection and recycling of all WEEE. All HCL products have Green PC features and Implemented ACPI mode for power saving. E-mail facility and Intranet facility for edocuments. In our manufacturing facilities to conserve energy consumption, we use natural light during daytime. Installation of different capacities DG sets that consume optimum amount of diesel as per required load. Employee awareness is achieved by educating them on energy saving practices like switching OFF computer systems, monitors etc when not in use. Usage of stationery and paper to the minimum. Employees are encouraged to reuse paper. In Progress Operational Control Procedures are implemented in all manufacturing facilities for a good working environment for employees. Special care is taken in prevention of noise pollution, building on good safety standards for safe working of employees. Quantification of carbon footprint in order to bring transparency in our Energy Conservation initiatives and action plan to reduce the same. HCL practices stringent measures to Implemented recycle/reuse packaging material. Reusable packaging material received at the plant from suppliers is sent to the regional TRC (Test and Repair Center) to reuse in packaging material. Big area for green belt and landscaping to generate dust free and cool microclimate. Protection of the Ozone layer layer - HCL in its manufacturing facilities uses electronic durables that are CFC free. HCL has undertaken a proactive stand without Implemented the availability of legislative mandates to eliminate /severely curtail the use of hazardous substances in all its manufactured products. With effect 01 Jan 2008 all Desktops, Laptops, Workstations and Servers are ROHS compliant. While HCL has assured that all its prdoucts are RoHS compliant there are few end of generation assemblies and certain low volume accessories that are not RoHS compliant.
4.
These assemblies will be phased out in due cousre of time with up-gradation in product design with new versions/models.
1.
For the compliance of environment issues, the Implemented suppliers are registered based on their proactive approach on EMS, promoting plans to reduce the impacts on environment due to their activities/material/ services.
2.
Supplier qualification is checked by the SRF (Supplier Registration Form) and verified in the SEF (Supplier Evaluation Form).
Following are the current plans undertaken taken under EMS: •
Phasing out of PVC and BFR components from product manufacturing, target date 2009 and 2010 respectively.
• • • • •
No usage of polythene less than 20 microns. Safe usage and disposal of Asbestos cement sheet. Reducing consumption of stationary. Effectively reusing packing material. Monitoring international trends and working towards elimination of other substances of concern worldwide
How electronic waste damages the environment? The electronic equipment that is disposed as municipal waste enters the food chain through ground water thereby damaging the food chain matrix. There are several toxic chemicals that go in manufacturing of electronic products, these chemicals may cause sever damage to your health once present in the food chain.
“Green Warriors” Join the drive to save the environment, join us to make this world a better place, join the HCL recognizes the importance of products that are energy efficient and help customers cut costs of ownership and attain broader goals of protecting the environment. All our products have been incorporated with Green PC features and ACPI mode for power saving. Apart from this all HCL products are 'Energy star' compliant that makes products conserve and optimize use of energy.
HCL working for the environment: EWaste recycling: HCL provides to all its customers the facility to give back HCL manufactured products at their end of life so that these can be recycled/disposed in an environment friendly manner. • HCL extends the recycling facility to its users regardless of the fact, when and where they purchased product. • HCL assures to all its customers that the entire process of recycling/disposal
of WEEE will be carried out by authorized recycling agency.
How can you help us join the drive for a clean and safe environment? • Don't dispose of your electronic products in the municipal waste. These products may have hazardous chemicals that severely damage the environment. To know how to safely dispose your ewaste, contact your vendor for recycle/ process. • HCL seeks the support of all its customers to help promote recovery and recycling of WEEE.
a safe tomorrow
For more information about
How much energy can be saved by you if you use an energy efficient product? Energy conservation is very important to us today and every step taken by you in this direction may help the nation conserve energy and natural resources that are so valuable to us. Today there are energy efficient products available in the market that consumes half the amount of energy as consumed by a normal nonenergy efficient product.
How a tree planted by you can help the environment? Today with rapid industrialization and population growth the green cover that is vital for our existence is decreasing steadily. In India only 19.52% forest cover is left of the total geographic area and this figure with time is decreasing at an alarming rate.
Pb Hg ? ? HCL ecoSafe Policy is our initiative that encapsulates knowledge, awareness and
developments on all environmental issues faced by today's world. The policy also elaborates in detail on HCL's stance on environment management processes undertaken by us, assuring our commitment in delivering quality products, solutions and services. J o w in o r r u o s i m n ot m e a f k a ni s g a
HCL HCL eco eco Safe eco
eco Safe Page 4
HCL's energy conservation initiatives. HCL recognizes the importance of products that are energy efficient and help customers cut costs of ownership and attain broader goals of protecting the environment. All our products have been incorporated with Green PC features and ACPI mode for power saving. Apart from this all HCL products are 'Energy star' compliant that makes products conserve and optimize use of energy.
HCL working for the environment: EWaste recycling: HCL provides to all its customers the facility to give back HCL manufactured products at their end of life so that these can be recycled/disposed in an environment friendly manner. • HCL extends the recycling facility to its users regardless of the fact, when and where they purchased product. • HCL assures to all its customers that the entire process of recycling/disposal of WEEE will be carried out by authorized recycling agency.
How can you help us join the drive for a clean and safe environment? • Don't dispose of your electronic products in the municipal waste. These products may have hazardous chemicals that severely damage the environment. To know how to safely dispose your ewaste, contact your vendor for recycle/ process. • HCL seeks the support of all its customers to help promote recovery and recycling of WEEE. For more information about HCL ecoSafe, please logon to : www.hclinfosystems.in/hclecoSafe.html
HCL Infosystems Ltd. E 4, 5, 6, Sector11, Noida 201301.
www.hclinfosystems.in
Join us in making a safe tomorrow
Definition of e-waste : Electronic waste (‘e-waste’) are the electronic equipments / products that connects with power plug, batteries which have become obsolete due to: Advancement in technology ,Changes in fashion,Style and status,Nearing the end of their useful life.
Classification of e-waste : E-waste encompasses ever growing range of obsolete electronic devices such as computers, servers, main frames, monitors, TVs & display devices, telecommunication devices such as cellular phones & pagers, calculators, audio and video devices, printers, scanners, copiers and fax machines besides refrigerators, air conditioners, washing machines, and microwave ovens, e-waste also covers recording devices such as DVDs, CDs, floppies, tapes, printing cartridges, military electronic waste, automobile catalytic converters, electronic components such as chips, processors, mother boards, printed circuit boards, industrial electronics such as sensors, alarms, sirens, security devices, automobile electronic devices. Indian Scenario : There is an estimate that the total obsolete computers originating from government offices, business houses, industries and household is of the order of 2 million nos. Manufactures and assemblers in a single calendar year, estimated to produce around 1200 tons of electronic scrap. It should be noted that obsolence rate of personal computers (PC) is one in every two years. The consumers finds it convenient to buy a new computer rather than upgrade the old one due to the changing configuration, technology and the attractive offers of the manufacturers. Due to the lack of governmental legislations on e-waste, standards for disposal, proper mechanism for handling these toxic hi-tech products, mostly end up in landfills or partly recycled in a unhygienic conditions and partly thrown into waste streams. Computer waste is generated from the individual households; the government, public and private sectors; computer retailers; manufacturers; foreign embassies; secondary markets of old PCs. Of these, the biggest source of PC scrap are foreign countries that export huge computer waste in the form of reusable components. Electronic waste or e-waste is one of the rapidly growing environmental problems of the world. In India, the electronic waste management assumes greater significance not only due to the generation of our own waste but also dumping ofe-waste particularly computer waste from the developed countries. With extensively using computers and electronic equipments and people dumping old electronic goods for new ones, the amount ofE-Waste generated has been steadily increasing. At present Bangalore alone generates about 8000 tonnes of computer waste annually and in the absence of proper disposal, they find their way to scrap dealers.
E-Parisaraa, an eco-friendly recycling unit on the outskirts of Bangalore which is located in Dobaspet industrial area, about 45 Km north of Bangalore, makes full use ofE-Waste. The plant which is India’s first scientific e-waste recycling unit will reduce pollution, landfill waste and recover valuable metals, plastics & glass from waste in an eco-friendly manner. E-Parisaraa has developed a circuit to extend the life of tube lights. The circuit helps to extend the life of fluorescent tubes by more than 2000 hours. If the circuits are used, tube lights can work on lower voltages. The initiative is to aim at reducing the accumulation of used and discarded electronic and electrical equipments. India as a developing country needs simpler, low cost technology keeping in view of maximum resource recovery in an environmental friendly methodologies. E-Parisaraa, deals with practical aspect ofe-waste processing as mentioned below by hand. Phosphor affects the display resolution and luminance of the images that is seen in the monitor. E-Parisaraa’s Director Mr. P. Parthasarathy, an IIT Madras graduate, and a former consultant for a similar e-waste recycling unit in Singapore, has developed an ecofriendly methodology for reusing, recycling and recovery of metals, glass & plastics with non-incineration methods . The hazardous materials are segregated separately and send for secure land fill for ex.: phosphor coating, LED’s, mercury etc. We have the technology to recycle most of the e-waste and only less than one per cent of this will be regarded as waste, which can go into secure landfill planned in the vicinity by the HAWA project. Importance of Environment Management System (EMS) An Environment Management System (EMS) is a tool for managing the impacts of an organization's activities on the environment. It provides a structured approach to planning and implementing environment protection measures. HCL has a well defined environment management policy that we proudly refer to as HCL ecoSafe. HCL is the first company in the country to be ISO14001 compliant. International Standard Organization has laid down certain compliance guidelines before a manufacturer qualifies as ISO14001.
International Environmental Standards - ISO 14001 ISO 14001 is a collection of voluntary standards that assists organizations to achieve environmental gains through the implementation of effective environmental management. The standards provide both a model for streamlining environmental management, and guidelines to ensure environmental issues are considered in an effective manner to safeguard the interests of all stakeholders involved namely the manufactures, the consumers and recyclers.
HCL’s E-Waste Policy HCL Electronic Waste Policy on WEEE management to encourage separate collection and recycling of end-of-life products that are other wise land disposed.
1. 2.
3. HCL’s initiative on energy conservation initiative.
1. 2. 3. 4. 5.
6.
7. Conservation of Natural
1.
Resources.
2.
3. HCL's Policy on RoHS
1.
2. 3.
Suppliers level agreement on EMS.
HCL today has a comprehensive policy on WEEE management. HCL extends its recycling facility to all its customers regardless of the fact, when and where they purchased the product.
Implemented
we are in the process to educate our customers to promote separate collection and recycling of all WEEE. All HCL products have Green PC features and Implemented ACPI mode for power saving. E-mail facility and Intranet facility for edocuments. In our manufacturing facilities to conserve energy consumption, we use natural light during daytime. Installation of different capacities DG sets that consume optimum amount of diesel as per required load. Employee awareness is achieved by educating them on energy saving practices like switching OFF computer systems, monitors etc when not in use. Usage of stationery and paper to the minimum. Employees are encouraged to reuse paper. In Progress Operational Control Procedures are implemented in all manufacturing facilities for a good working environment for employees. Special care is taken in prevention of noise pollution, building on good safety standards for safe working of employees. Quantification of carbon footprint in order to bring transparency in our Energy Conservation initiatives and action plan to reduce the same. HCL practices stringent measures to Implemented recycle/reuse packaging material. Reusable packaging material received at the plant from suppliers is sent to the regional TRC (Test and Repair Center) to reuse in packaging material. Big area for green belt and landscaping to generate dust free and cool microclimate. Protection of the Ozone layer layer - HCL in its manufacturing facilities uses electronic durables that are CFC free. HCL has undertaken a proactive stand without Implemented the availability of legislative mandates to eliminate /severely curtail the use of hazardous substances in all its manufactured products. With effect 01 Jan 2008 all Desktops, Laptops, Workstations and Servers are ROHS compliant. While HCL has assured that all its prdoucts are RoHS compliant there are few end of generation assemblies and certain low volume accessories that are not RoHS compliant.
4.
These assemblies will be phased out in due cousre of time with up-gradation in product design with new versions/models.
1.
For the compliance of environment issues, the Implemented suppliers are registered based on their proactive approach on EMS, promoting plans to reduce the impacts on environment due to their activities/material/ services.
2.
Supplier qualification is checked by the SRF (Supplier Registration Form) and verified in the SEF (Supplier Evaluation Form).
Following are the current plans undertaken taken under EMS: •
Phasing out of PVC and BFR components from product manufacturing, target date 2009 and 2010 respectively.
• • • • •
No usage of polythene less than 20 microns. Safe usage and disposal of Asbestos cement sheet. Reducing consumption of stationary. Effectively reusing packing material. Monitoring international trends and working towards elimination of other substances of concern worldwide
How electronic waste damages the environment? The electronic equipment that is disposed as municipal waste enters the food chain through ground water thereby damaging the food chain matrix. There are several toxic chemicals that go in manufacturing of electronic products, these chemicals may cause sever damage to your health once present in the food chain.
“Green Warriors” Join the drive to save the environment, join us to make this world a better place, join the HCL recognizes the importance of products that are energy efficient and help customers cut costs of ownership and attain broader goals of protecting the environment. All our products have been incorporated with Green PC features and ACPI mode for power saving. Apart from this all HCL products are 'Energy star' compliant that makes products conserve and optimize use of energy.
HCL working for the environment: EWaste recycling: HCL provides to all its customers the facility to give back HCL manufactured products at their end of life so that these can be recycled/disposed in an environment friendly manner. • HCL extends the recycling facility to its users regardless of the fact, when and where they purchased product. • HCL assures to all its customers that the entire process of recycling/disposal
of WEEE will be carried out by authorized recycling agency.
How can you help us join the drive for a clean and safe environment? • Don't dispose of your electronic products in the municipal waste. These products may have hazardous chemicals that severely damage the environment. To know how to safely dispose your ewaste, contact your vendor for recycle/ process. • HCL seeks the support of all its customers to help promote recovery and recycling of WEEE.
a safe tomorrow
For more information about
How much energy can be saved by you if you use an energy efficient product? Energy conservation is very important to us today and every step taken by you in this direction may help the nation conserve energy and natural resources that are so valuable to us. Today there are energy efficient products available in the market that consumes half the amount of energy as consumed by a normal nonenergy efficient product.
How a tree planted by you can help the environment? Today with rapid industrialization and population growth the green cover that is vital for our existence is decreasing steadily. In India only 19.52% forest cover is left of the total geographic area and this figure with time is decreasing at an alarming rate.
Pb Hg ? ? HCL ecoSafe Policy is our initiative that encapsulates knowledge, awareness and
developments on all environmental issues faced by today's world. The policy also elaborates in detail on HCL's stance on environment management processes undertaken by us, assuring our commitment in delivering quality products, solutions and services. J o w in o r r u o s i m n ot m e a f k a ni s g a
HCL HCL eco eco Safe eco
eco Safe Page 4
HCL's energy conservation initiatives. HCL recognizes the importance of products that are energy efficient and help customers cut costs of ownership and attain broader goals of protecting the environment. All our products have been incorporated with Green PC features and ACPI mode for power saving. Apart from this all HCL products are 'Energy star' compliant that makes products conserve and optimize use of energy.
HCL working for the environment: EWaste recycling: HCL provides to all its customers the facility to give back HCL manufactured products at their end of life so that these can be recycled/disposed in an environment friendly manner. • HCL extends the recycling facility to its users regardless of the fact, when and where they purchased product. • HCL assures to all its customers that the entire process of recycling/disposal of WEEE will be carried out by authorized recycling agency.
How can you help us join the drive for a clean and safe environment? • Don't dispose of your electronic products in the municipal waste. These products may have hazardous chemicals that severely damage the environment. To know how to safely dispose your ewaste, contact your vendor for recycle/ process. • HCL seeks the support of all its customers to help promote recovery and recycling of WEEE. For more information about HCL ecoSafe, please logon to : www.hclinfosystems.in/hclecoSafe.html
HCL Infosystems Ltd. E 4, 5, 6, Sector11, Noida 201301.
www.hclinfosystems.in
Join us in making a safe tomorrow
