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WEEE guidelines: European directives regarding the reuse of mobile phones


Within the framework of European regulations laid down in the WEEE Directive, the activities of companies such as Ecowave are highly encouraged. We contribute to regulating the flow of mobile phones and tablet devices.

In addition, we provide a platform that ensures devices are given a second life in time, instead of remaining unused in drawers or cupboards. This aligns with the European Union’s waste hierarchy, also known as the “Ladder of Lansink,” which prioritizes the most environmentally friendly methods of waste management. Reuse ranks second, right after prevention.

If a product can no longer be used, recycling remains an important option to recover materials for use in new products. The national waste management plan further defines this hierarchy as follows:

  • Quantitative prevention: preventing or reducing the generation of waste
  • Qualitative prevention: using materials during production that minimize environmental impact after use
  • Product reuse: reusing products as they are after use
  • Material reuse: reusing materials from products after their lifecycle
  • Energy recovery: using waste as fuel or for energy generation
  • Incineration: disposal through burning
  • Landfill: disposal by dumping waste
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Who are we

GSMLoket is a concept of Ecowave B.V., one of the pioneers in the market. We are an environmentally conscious company offering innovative solutions and services for operators, IT companies, retail, and consumers.

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Environment

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  • Netherlands and Belgium
  • Reuse or recycling
  • What’s inside a smartphone?
  • WEEE Directive

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Businesses, organizations, and charities can offer large quantities of mobile phones for sale as needed.

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