Many people replace old phones, laptops, or tablets without realizing the sensitive information is still on them. Cybersecurity experts have even found that major companies and agencies discarded completely unwiped devices. With researchers stating there were instances of discovering state government network encryption keys and full medical records on second-hand hardware. They also found spreadsheets
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Recycling solar panels is becoming a pressing issue for Australia as its rooftop solar boom continues its trajectory. Millions of panels will retire in the coming decades, and managing this waste responsibly is equally important for the environment and the economy. Proper disposal supports a circular economy by recovering valuable materials like aluminium, glass, silicon
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Australia’s e-waste laws are designed to keep electrical and electronic products out of landfills and to guarantee that they are recycled safely. “E-waste” is defined broadly by regulators as any discarded electrical or electronic equipment. According to federal environmental authorities, e-waste is simply “waste electrical and electronic equipment.” On the other hand, Victoria’s regulations consider
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