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Reducing the environmental impact of electronic devices

The electronics industry has radically transformed the way we live, work and communicate, exponentially increasing demand for electronic devices. This growth is having a significant impact on environments and ecosystems. Despite the benefits in terms of connectivity and access to information, the electronics industry presents considerable environmental challenges.

ADDEV Materials has been committed to a policy of sustainability for many years, with a particular focus on preserving our environment. We provide customised, sustainable solutions. In 2025, we were awarded the ECOVADIS Platinum Medal: the highest level of sustainability recognition in our sector (find out more: click here).

In 2022, the production of electronic waste reached 62 million tonnes, marking an increase of 82 % since 2010. Estimates suggest that this figure could rise to 82 million by 2030: read the UNITAR article here

At a time when environmental awareness is influencing consumer choices, corporate policies and national regulations, the electronics industry is facing major challenges.

ADDEV Materials can help you and support your initiatives to adopt strategies aimed at reducing your environmental impact while improving your competitiveness and your brand image:

Integrate recyclable and recycled materials throughout the production chain for new devices.

  • This not only reduces dependence on non-renewable resources, but also helps to reduce the volume of electronic waste.
  • Carbon footprint analysis can highlight the benefits of choosing low environmental impact materials and recycling scarce materials, promoting a circular economy in the sector.
  • ADDEV Materials can help you choose the materials that have the least impact, while complying with your specifications.

Optimising the energy efficiency of products and components through design and technological innovation

  • By reducing the energy consumption of devices during use, you can significantly reduce your overall carbon footprint, meeting the expectations of increasingly energy-conscious consumers.
  • ADDEV Materials can help you maximise the performance of your equipment by drawing on our expertise in materials and processes.

Extending the life of devices: Designed for durability, upgradeability and repairability

  • By reducing the frequency of replacement and, consequently, the environmental impact associated with the production of new products.
  • By encouraging reparability to extend the life of an appliance
  • ADDEV Materials offers you temporary, removable fastening solutions to make it easier to dismantle and repair electronic items.

By implementing these strategies, companies in the electronics sector are not only responding to the growing demands of an increasingly sustainability-oriented market, but are also positioning themselves as leaders in the transition to a sustainable production model.

Find out more about our materials expertise and our transformation capabilities for the electronics market by click here. 

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