Getting rid of Europe’s e-waste: HP and the WEEE Directive (July 2007)

As of July 1, manufacturers and retailers in the UK are responsible for recycling electronic waste under EU legislation called the WEEE (Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment) Directive. But the challenge of coping with e-waste goes far beyond hardware disposal. The environmental impact of a product is largely determined at the design stage, so successful recycling requires innovation. What exactly is WEEE and why is it important? Listen to the HP Podcast with Kirstie McIntyre, WEEE Programme Manager, HP UK & Ireland.