Reuse and recycling, done properly
Every item gets a fair chance at a longer life first. What can’t be reused is recycled at our Environment Agency-approved facility, in the UK, with nothing sent to landfill.
Why it matters
1.65m
Tonnes of e-waste generated in the UK every years
.
2nd
Largest e-waste producer per person in Europe
.
500k
Tonnes illegally exported from the UK each year
.
source: UK government and industry e-waste reporting, 2026.
Reuse comes before recycling
Reuse isn’t an afterthought here, it’s the first question we ask about every item, and the environmental case for it goes well beyond carbon.
Lower carbon footprint versus manufacturing a replacement device
Water needed to manufacture a single new laptop
source: Cranfield University remanufactured-laptop lifecycle study; laptop water-footprint estimates from multiple independent lifecycle assessments.
We follow the waste hierarchy, properly
The UK’s official framework for handling waste responsibly. We work through it in order, never skipping straight to recycling when better options exists.
Supporting the RIGHT TO REPAIR
We back the right to repair movement, giving equipment every fair chance at reuse before it’s ever considered for recycling.
UK only
we never export equipment ourselves; every item stays in the UK for collection and processing at our site
.
Zero landfill
No waste from your collection ever reaches landfill
.
Approved facility
Processed at our Environment Agency-approved treatment site
What we recycle
Desktops, laptops, servers, monitors, networking equipment, printers, mobile devices, and any other redundant IT or electrical equipment your business needs to clear.
How we keep it accountable
Vetted drivers reconcile every item against collection documentation before it leaves site
Documentation provided in line with service (no blanket promise of a Duty of Care report for every tier). Closing off your WEEE compliance obligations.
IT Recycling
IT Recycling can be a daunting task if you don’t know what to do or how it all works so from the moment we receive initial contact, we ensure that every step of the process is taken care of for you. From your initial enquiry, right through to when you receive your official “Duty of Care” report, we endeavour to make sure you feel like you have been looked after by an IT recycling company that cares.
At R3 Environmental Solutions we hold all the permits required by law to recycle your WEEE products at our Environment Agency-approved treatment facility. We do all the hard work for you and make the process as hassle-free as possible, giving you the time to manage your business without having to spend time worrying about your waste obligations.
Here at R3 we don’t just say it we are truly 100% committed to ensuring our customer care really speaks volumes about our company. We do not expect you to have your products palletised and ready for collection from your goods in area or reception. We strive to make it as easy as possible for you, from removing equipment from desks or the basement, to the de-installation of complete data centres. We really do like to ensure your input is minimal so you can get on with the most important aspects of running your business.
Our highly experienced, vetted and professional drivers ensure that the items collected are reconciled against the collection documentation before signing off by you and “Duty of Care” is passed to R3 Environmental Solutions. Upon receipt at our approved transfer facility, “Duty of Care” documentation is produced and sent to you, thus closing off your WEEE compliance and ensuring your complete peace of mind.
R3 have a strict ethical policy to ensure all recycling is carried out in the UK, that no waste products are exported nor reach landfill. No matter what your IT recycling needs are we would love the opportunity to work with you so why not call our friendly team today on 01189 454225.