Recycle your old electricals here!
If you’re buying a new electrical item from us, we will recycle your old one for free.
Please do not throw electrical equipment (including those items marked with the Crossed Out Wheelie Bin symbol) in your bin. This is because:
- Unwanted electrical equipment is the UK’s fastest growing type of waste.
- Many electrical items can be repaired or recycled, saving natural resources and the environment.
- If we do not recycle electrical items they will end up in landfill where hazardous substances will leak out and cause soil and water contamination – harming wildlife and also human health.
The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive requires countries to maximise separate collection and environmentally friendly processing of these items. In the UK, distributors including retailers must provide a system which allows all customers buying new electrical equipment the opportunity to recycle their old items free of charge. As a responsible retailer, we have met the requirements placed on us by offering al customers buying new electrical equipment free take-back of their old electricals on a like-for-like basis. Unwanted items should be returned within 28 days of purchasing your new product. Please contact us for further information.
Under the Waste Battery Regulations, THENEWPC is now offering a take back scheme for all portable waste batteries. You can return your waste batteries to our business premises in person for us to recycle (PLEASE DO NOT POST).
Alternatively, you can find your local waste portable battery recycling facility at www.recyclenow.com
Most supermarkets and shops that sell batteries will have collection bins for used batteries, and some town halls, libraries or schools may also set up collection points. End-users may find stores in their local area more accessible.
Please do not place items marked with the crossed out wheelie bin symbol in your household bin.
