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EU Aims to Boost E-Waste Recycling for Climate Goals

10/15/2025

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Europe generates about 10.7 million tonnes of e-waste annually, with 54% managed compliantly.
Around 1 million tonnes of critical raw materials (CRMs) are embedded in this waste, crucial for renewable technologies.
The EU aims to boost recycling to recover CRMs and reduce imports to meet climate goals, while experts say policies and public awareness must improve to maximize recovery and create green jobs.

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Story summary

Europe generates about 10.7 million tonnes of e-waste annually, with 54% managed compliantly.
Around 1 million tonnes of critical raw materials (CRMs) are embedded in this waste, crucial for renewable technologies.
The EU aims to boost recycling to recover CRMs and reduce imports to meet climate goals, while experts say policies and public awareness must improve to maximize recovery and create green jobs.