PRINTER TONER CARTRIDGE RECYCLING
times,” he says. “This helps us save raw material. Recycling is only used when remanufacturing is no longer feasible.” Demand for toner cartridge recycling is growing particularly in certain sectors, according to Peter Cowan, group chief operations officer at Data Direct. “This includes the public sector, schools and other organisations that are focused on their environmental responsibilities,” he says.
support circular economy objectives. “Programmes that
prioritise remanufacturing over recycling and disposal can help extend the useful life of cartridge components and reduce the need for new materials,” he adds. “Together with features such as high yield toner cartridges and long-life imaging systems, these efforts, can help reduce replacement frequency. Our remanufacturing is backed by global collection programmes with a stated goal of 100% landfill avoidance.” Peter notes that the environmental difference depends on print volumes. “But with toner cartridges you have to consider their contamination of other waste,” he says. “Having a specialist collection and recovery solution is vital, not only to recycle these items, but to prevent contamination of other waste that could otherwise be recycled. “Having a UK-based partner that provides material recovery as well as reuse solutions is also an advantage, as the products that cannot be reused can be broken down into reusable raw materials in a local circular economy – this is all part of the Data Direct Simply Recycling programme.” Getting involved With demand for toner cartridge recycling growing, this is something resellers and MPS providers should look to get involved with. Maxime says resellers and MPS providers can integrate cartridge collection, remanufacturing and recycling programmes into their service offerings. “These programmes can help customers reduce waste associated with used cartridges, support ESG objectives and provide data for sustainability reporting,” he adds. “A key opportunity is to promote circular
Appreciable difference For businesses looking at ways to
progress towards their ESG goals, printer toner cartridge recycling can make an appreciable difference. “Toner recycling is a practical way for organisations to demonstrate measurable progress towards ESG and circular economy objectives,” says Ben. “Recovering valuable materials, diverting waste from landfill and reducing the demand for virgin resources all contribute to more sustainable operations. Our World on Loan consumable recycling programme provides recycling certificates and waste transfer documentation, giving customers the evidence they need to demonstrate environmental performance and compliance.” Cinzia agrees that it can have a significant impact, especially when part of a wider sustainability strategy. “Toner cartridge recycling is a simple, practical step that helps reduce waste and keep valuable materials in use for longer,” she adds. “When organisations also choose remanufactured or refilled cartridges, they’re extending the life of existing products and reducing the need for new raw materials. On its own, it won’t achieve all a company’s ESG goals, but as part of a broader approach, it’s a tangible action that can have a real and measurable impact.” Maxime says that toner cartridge remanufacturing can contribute to a company’s ESG goals by helping reduce waste, conserve raw materials and
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Having a specialist collection and recovery solution is vital, not only to recycle these items, but to prevent contamination of other waste that could otherwise be recycled.
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