Introduction
E-waste is a popular, informal name for electronic products nearing the end of their "useful life." Mobile Phones, Smart Phones, Feature phones, I Phones, Laptops, Desktops, Thin Clients, Air Conditioners, Televisions, Refrigerators, Washing Machines, VCDs, stereos, copiers, and fax machines are common electronic products. Many of these products can be reused, refurbished, or recycled.
E-waste has been one of the fastest growing waste streams in the world. While e-waste contains valuable materials such as aluminium, copper, gold, palladium, and silver, it also contains harmful substances like cadmium, lead, and mercury. In the absence of proper awareness, disposing e-waste in landfills can result in toxic emissions to the air, water, and soil and pose serious health and environmental hazards.
Under the guidelines of the Ministry of Environment, Forest and Climate Change, Government of India, E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2016, TELEMAX COMMUNICATIONS PRIVATE LIMITED stands committed to implementing E-Waste Rules.
We, TELEMAX COMMUNICATIONS PRIVATE LIMITED, understand there is a need to encourage recycling of all useful and valuable materials from e-waste to conserve the ever-depleting natural resources. Recycling end-of-life discarded products is vital if we are to save resources and minimize landfill. TELEMAX COMMUNICATIONS PRIVATE LIMITED understands its responsibility and in this regard, we have tied up with one of the leading PROs, namely SWACH ENVIRO INDIA E-WASTE PVT. LTD., to facilitate our customers in disposing of e-waste products after their end-of-life.
Recycling of E-Waste
The company has tied up with PRO M/S SWACH ENVIRO INDIA E-WASTE PVT. LTD. for the collection of all our e-waste across PAN India and disposes of the same with their Registered Recyclers.
Customers can reach us on our Toll-Free Number: 18003093444. Our representatives will explain the process of disposal and inform them about the nearest drop point available to drop the e-waste. They will also provide information about incentives we offer against their end-of-life products. If any customer wants to hand over the material from their doorstep, we will send either our logistics team or M/S SWACH ENVIRO INDIA E-WASTE PVT. LTD. team to collect the items and channelize them to our e-waste partner plant for final processing.
Benefits of Recycling E-Waste
- E-waste contains many valuable, recoverable materials such as aluminum, copper, gold, silver, plastics, and ferrous metals. Refurbishing, reusing, and recycling helps conserve natural resources and reduces the energy required to produce new equipment.
- E-waste also contains toxic and hazardous materials including mercury, lead, cadmium, beryllium, chromium, and chemical flame retardants, which can leach into soil and water.
- Protects your surroundings: Safe recycling of outdated electronics promotes sound management of toxic chemicals such as lead and mercury.
- Conserves natural resources: Recycling recovers valuable materials from old electronics to make new products, saving energy, reducing pollution and greenhouse gas emissions, and conserving raw materials.
- Helps others: Donating your used electronics benefits your community by passing on ready-to-use or refurbished equipment to those who need it.
- Saves landfill space: E-waste is a growing waste stream. Recycling helps conserve valuable landfill space.
Dos & Don’ts
Do’s:
- Always look for information on the catalogue with your product for end-of-life equipment handling.
- Ensure that only Authorized Recyclers repair and handle your electronic products.
- Always call our E-waste Authorized Collection Centres/points to dispose of products that have reached end-of-life.
- Always drop your used electronic products, batteries, or any accessories at your nearest Authorized E-Waste Collection Centres/Points when they reach end-of-life.
- Always disconnect the battery from the product and ensure any glass surface is protected against breakage.
Don’ts:
- Do not dismantle your electronic products on your own.
- Do not throw electronics in bins having a “Do not Dispose” sign.
- Do not give e-waste to informal (Kabbadi) and unorganized sectors like local scrap dealers or rag pickers.
- Do not dispose of your product in garbage bins along with municipal waste that ultimately reaches landfills.
E-Waste Recycling & Collection Mechanism for Consumers
As per the E-waste Regulation under E-waste (Management) Rule, 2016 and TELEMAX COMMUNICATIONS PRIVATE LIMITED being a good corporate citizen understands the responsibility towards environment and thus following the mechanism for collection of e-waste and channelizing it for safe recycling:
How end consumer can reach us?
If any of the End consumer willing to dispose or recycle their end of life product /e-waste can call or reach us at our Recycling Partner toll free number, SWACH ENVIRO INDIA E-WASTE PVT. LTD. representative would explain our customers about process of disposal and make them aware about nearest drop point available to drop the e-waste or we send our logistic team to pick the e-waste from the doorstep of customer and channelize the same to the Registered Recyclers
Take Back Scheme / Collection Scheme
Once any end consumer contacts us through the toll-free number to hand over their end-of-life product or e-waste for proper disposal,
a representative from SWACH ENVIRO INDIA E-WASTE PVT. LTD. will provide them with information about any available incentives or exchange offers at that time.
Customers will be encouraged to deposit any of their old, obsolete products (including spare parts and accessories, regardless of brand) and may be offered a promotional voucher or other attractive offers based on the remaining life of the product.
Reverse Logistic Support
For reverse logistics, SWACH ENVIRO INDIA E-WASTE PVT. LTD. has signed an agreement with OM LOGISTICS LTD to provide collection services across India.
If any end consumer wishes to hand over their end-of-life product or e-waste from their doorstep, the logistics team from OM LOGISTICS LTD will be sent to collect the item and channel it to a registered recycler facility.
E-Waste Exchange Scheme
We will run an e-waste exchange program where end users can deposit any of their electronic products in exchange for a discount.
This provides an incentive for proper disposal and promotes responsible recycling practices.
Coupons
We may offer coupons to our old customers as a benefit. These coupons could be discounts on specific amounts or gift items, encouraging repeat engagement and loyalty.
New Product Offers
After-sales, we will regularly inform our customers about new product availability and provide them with the opportunity to exchange their old products for new ones, often with promotional offers.
What Should I Do With My Electronic Discards?
The mantra of "Reduce, Reuse, Recycle" applies here:
- Reduce your generation of e-waste through smart handling and good maintenance.
- Reuse still functioning electronic equipment by donating to us.
- Recycle those products that cannot be repaired. Customers may hand over their end-of-life products to our nearest drop points for proper recycling.
We look forward to your support in ensuring the safe and efficient disposal of e-waste, which is a shared responsibility between our valued consumers and us. We truly value your cooperation.
To know more about safe and secure recycling and the proper disposal of end-of-life electrical and electronic products, customers can contact us at our toll-free number:
1800 309 3444
Designing Better Products
In order to reduce e-waste, we are committed to designing or importing electronics that are safer, more durable, repairable, and recyclable.
Most importantly, this involves using less toxic materials and ensuring that all products are ROHS Certified only.
Under the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) Authorization, we take responsibility for the management and disposal of our products at the end of their life cycle.
What Can I Do to Be Part of the E-Waste Solution?
There are several simple yet effective ways individuals and general practices can participate in responsible e-waste management:
- Be mindful of how electronic waste is discarded.
- Avoid leaving unwanted electronic devices on nature strips or for general garbage collection — this is no longer acceptable.
- Choose recycling over dumping by contacting authorized recyclers.
Our recycling partner, SWACH ENVIRO INDIA E-WASTE PVT. LTD., can be contacted to collect various types of e-waste for proper recycling.
Alternatively, you can drop off your e-waste at the nearest collection points.
To find e-waste recycling service locations near your general practice, please visit the recycler's website:
http://swachenviroindia.com/
Our E-Waste Policy
TELEMAX COMMUNICATIONS PRIVATE LIMITED is committed to providing continuing, comprehensive, and coordinated whole-person healthcare to individuals and families in our community.
We are also committed to the protection of health and the environment and are determined to minimise any adverse impacts from our activities. The company is focused on addressing the following key areas:
A) Promote Awareness
We aim to inform and motivate all our staff and encourage them to play an active role in supporting our e-waste disposal and environmental policy.
B) Waste Management
We are dedicated to promoting, developing, and implementing waste prevention, reduction, reuse, and recycling on-site in a systematic and cost-effective manner.
We will continue to engage appropriately regulated waste management contractors to ensure safe handling of hazardous and non-hazardous waste sent offsite in compliance with best environmental practices.
Strategies to Help Reduce E-Waste
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Be a good consumer: Choose products designed to last. Research before buying and avoid electronics designed with short lifespans.
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Reuse whenever possible: Repair instead of replacing. If repair isn't an option, recycle the item responsibly.
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Educate yourself: Understand what raw materials go into your devices and their environmental impact.
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Choose eco-friendly products: Look for Energy Star or EPEAT-certified electronics and limit excessive gadget ownership.
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Teach kids: Instill the importance of e-waste recycling from a young age to foster responsible habits.
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Recycle properly: Always recycle electronics through authorized channels. Improper disposal contributes to increasing environmental hazards.
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Understand data security: Electronic devices retain personal data even after deletion. Avoid careless disposal to prevent data breaches.
We are committed to managing e-waste by recovering elements that can be reused, recycled, or responsibly disposed of. Additionally, we will:
- Implement companywide e-waste recycling programs.
- Set up designated bins for consumers to drop off their e-waste.
- Encourage product returns for recycling, refurbishment, or material recovery.