The
GTDC shares the concerns over environmental problems that accompany
disposal of IT equipment and products, and the organization works with
members to observe regulatory compliance.
WEEE –
The GTDC became actively involved in the issue of Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment (WEEE) when it first arose in Europe in 2004. A
committee of legal representatives from distribution companies was
created in response to the new EU directives regarding:
- Reduction of WEEE going to landfills and the hazardous substance content of electronic equipment.
- The definition of "importer" and how it impacts the entire supply chain - from vendors to end-user customers
The committee frequently holds teleconferences as well as face-to-face
meetings to discuss obstacles before each country, and to share best
practices for efficient implementation of WEEE.
Download WEEE: Distributor Activities/Recommendations.
RoHS - National legislation and regulations implementing the Restriction on Hazardous Substances (RoHS) directive went into effect July 1, 2006.
This measure addresses the use of certain hazardous substances in
electrical and electronic equipment. GDTC members are actively engaged
with manufacturers to ensure that products being distributed are
compliant with the RoHS directive.
See the GTDC's Position on RoHS. |
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