SCYCLE - Sustainable Cycles

Following our recent post on #wastetrafficking in the digital age, we have more for those wanting to explore further! 📚 Head to the SCYCLE Academy site to find detailed studies, reports, and insights on addressing waste trafficking. 🌐 Explore here: https://lnkd.in/eDJfJRYV

👏 Great work on presenting the findings of the #WebofWaste report. Talking about the challenges of #wastetrafficking in the digital age is more important than ever. Thanks to all involved for driving this important conversation forward! ➡️ Check out this and other reports here: https://lnkd.in/drBbFEeM

Let’s talk about Academy 🎓 The E-waste Academy for Scientists (EWAS) is where PhD students, post-docs, and early career researchers meet to explore e-waste through a unique interdisciplinary lens. This 8-day intensive program blends expert lectures, hands-on workshops, field visits, and group projects, giving participants a hands-on experience and a fresh perspective on e-waste research. 👉 Learn more about this and other training opportunities in our SCYCLE Academy for Circular Economy: https://lnkd.in/e3udgXaJ

Interested in the digital transition in healthcare? 👇 Join us online on 29 October at 14:00 CET: https://lnkd.in/eXetP58t

🔍 The "Hunting for Electronic Waste in Central Asia" webinar brought together over 70 participants from Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Uzbekistan, and Tajikistan. Hosted by our partner CSD Center | Экологические тренинги, it marked the official release of Uzbekistan’s National E-waste Monitor. The event offered insights from the E-waste EXPO 2024 and findings from the #eWaste monitoring across the region, supported by United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR). 💡 The key takeaway? Regional collaboration is essential for effective e-waste management and a sustainable future in Central Asia. Check out the newly released data from the Monitor 👇🏻

🕸️ Web of Waste: online platforms and illegal waste trade On Friday, October 25th, Elena D'Angelo will be sharing SCYCLE’s contribution to the #WebOfWaste report, part of the Unwaste project. This report uncovers the risks of waste trade through the internet and the role of online platforms in it. 📢 We'll dive into how waste crimes can happen online, the tech and platforms that can be used for illegal waste deals, and how investigations can be carried out. Plus, we'll share recommendations to tackle these challenges. ⏲️ 10:30 – 11:30 am (CET) ➡️ Don’t miss out! Register now and be part of this crucial conversation: https://lnkd.in/efegN-WD

🌍🔧 Celebrating International Repair Day: how data is driving change This International #RepairDay, we're talking about the impact of community repair efforts — and the crucial data that supports them. The Open Repair Alliance has played a key role in documenting these efforts, offering insights from nearly 20,000 repair events worldwide. Their work highlights the need for accessible spare parts, better product design, and sharing repair knowledge for more successful fixes.  📊 In our latest consultation on the Global E-waste Statistics Guidelines, we used this data to better understand how long products last before needing repair. Findings like these help improve #eWaste management and extend the life of our #electronics. ➡️ Curious to dive deeper? The consultation is open until November 14th. Reach out directly to Kees Baldé (balde@unitar.org) or Oliver Lysaght (oliver.lysaght@unitar.org). #righttorepair

 Wondering how Digital Product Passports might reshape digital healthcare? 👇 Join the conversation with industry experts on 29 October at 14:00 CET!

Newly released Uzbekistan’s E-waste Monitor and what it reveals 🔍 With #eWaste levels expected to double by 2050 — from 139.7 kt in 2019 to almost 268 kt — Uzbekistan needs to step up a better e-waste management. The report explores two potential paths forward, showing how smarter e-waste strategies can reduce environmental and health risks while recovering valuable materials. It also lays out clear steps to improve legislation, infrastructure, and #recycling efforts. ➡ See the key steps: https://lnkd.in/e8vuUyt4

🌍 It's International E-Waste Day! ♻️ Today, United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) launches the public consultation for the 3rd edition of the Global E-Waste Statistics Guidelines, crafted by UNITAR SCYCLE with insights from leading global experts. The guidelines aim to support National Statistical Offices, government agencies, and anyone keen on producing accurate and comparable e-waste statistics worldwide. The latest edition offers updated technical insights, new methods for tracking e-waste flows, and real-world examples from countries using UNITAR’s tools. 🔍 Got thoughts or questions? The consultation is open until 14 November 2024. Reach out to Kees Baldé (balde@unitar.org) or Oliver Lysaght (oliver.lysaght@unitar.org). #ewasteday