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Disposal of batteries and other electronic components in a professional company

Used electronic equipment, known as e-waste, contains many hazardous chemical substances, such as mercury, lead, cadmium, and other heavy metals, which are harmful to human health and the environment. Improperly processed electronic waste can cause soil, water, and air contamination, as well as negatively impact human health. Additionally, batteries are a source of toxic and explosive substances, which can pose a fire hazard under unsuitable conditions.

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Reduce Packaging Waste: A Step Towards a Sustainable Future

2024-11-01

Addressing environmental sustainability requires multiple efforts, and reducing packaging waste is a relatively straightforward yet impactful approach. Packaging is ubiquitous, surrounding groceries, clothing, electronics, and nearly every product we purchase. While packaging is crucial for protecting goods, it often results in an immense amount of waste, much of which ultimately ends up in landfills or the ocean. In this article, we explore how consumers, industries, and policymakers can contribute to reducing packaging waste to create a more sustainable future.

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Methods of transformation and destruction of old products and goods

2024-10-18

What to do with goods withdrawn from sale or market, expired, defective, damaged, or contaminated? We present methods for destroying such products and evaluate their effectiveness and impact on the natural environment.

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Do you know what to do with old medications?

2024-10-18

Old medications can pose a risk to your health and the environment if not disposed of properly. Instead of keeping expired drugs or tossing them in the trash, learn safe and responsible disposal methods. Geomar Recycling is here to help you manage old medications the right way.

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Where to dispose of industrial waste?

2024-09-01

Industrial waste should not be disposed of in regular bins meant for recycling, which are located on our properties or in common areas of residential buildings. It is absolutely forbidden to leave industrial waste in forests or on fields. Therefore, where should industrial waste be transported to in order to avoid harming the environment and breaking the law?

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Why is it not allowed to dispose of electronic waste in regular trash bins?

2024-09-01

Electronic waste lingers in the homes of millions of Poles. Some of us, during  major clean-ups, decide to get rid of electronic waste by throwing it into the  trash bin, and then into standard waste containers, which is a mistake.  According to the current legal regulations, such an act can result in a fine  of up to 5000 zlotys. What exactly is electronic waste, and what are the basic  principles of e-recycling that should be followed?

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