WHAT ARE WEEE?
WEEE stands for Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment, which were once products that have reached the end of their useful life.
What happens to products that have completed their lifecycle?
At Inchcape Peru, we care about the health of the planet. That’s why, in partnership with the company RLG, we have successfully recycled 46 tonnes of WEEE over the past year. And we want to keep doing so with everyone’s help!
Who are RLG?
They are a subsidiary of the American company Reverse Logistics Group Inc., who support us with the entire WEEE collection process to fulfil our environmental commitment.
Why recycle?
- You protect the environment from harmful materials.
- You contribute to the circular economy.
- You safeguard the health of the community.
- You raise environmental awareness.
- You reuse resources.
What equipment can I recycle?
Large, medium, or small household appliances, lighting equipment, electronic toys, security equipment, medical devices, electrical machines or tools, IT or telecommunications devices, or refrigeration equipment.
How do I identify WEEE?
It is equipment that uses electricity, has circuits, or contains batteries.
Where are they recycled?
At specialised recovery plants for electrical and electronic waste.
How should I deliver the equipment?
If they are large items, they can be delivered as they are, without being handled. If they are smaller and potentially fragile items, it is better to deliver them in boxes or bags to prevent further damage.
Where should I deliver them?
At the collection points of Inchcape Peru branches.
Are toners, ink, cables, lightbulbs, batteries, and chargers considered WEEE?
Yes, they are elements and components of WEEE and should also be recycled.
Should I handle this equipment?
Never. Only specialists should handle them to avoid harm to health and the environment.
Why shouldn’t I give WEEE to informal recyclers?
Because informal recyclers do not ensure the proper lifecycle of the equipment, and often only some parts of the materials are recycled.
What are ELTs?
ELTs are End-of-Life Tyres, which are tyres that have become waste, meaning they are now discarded materials.
What happens to tyres that have completed their lifecycle?
At Inchcape Peru, we care about the health of the planet. That’s why, in partnership with the company RLG, we have successfully recycled 29 tonnes of ELTs over the past year. And we want to keep doing so with everyone’s help!
BENEFITS OF RECYCLING
- We create jobs in the sector.
- We support formal practices.
- We contribute to the environment and the circular economy.