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Business Upturn
18-07-2025
- Business
- Business Upturn
Eco Recycling announces expanded capacity for e-waste and lithium-ion battery recycling
By Aditya Bhagchandani Published on July 18, 2025, 12:54 IST Eco Recycling Limited (BSE: ECORECO), India's pioneering professional e-waste management company, announced an expansion in its recycling capacities, reinforcing its leadership in the formal e-waste and lithium-ion battery recycling segment. In a press release dated July 18, 2025, the company shared that its total recycling capacity has now increased to 31,200 MTPA, supporting producers in meeting their obligations under the E-Waste Management Rules, 2022. This move positions the company well to cater to the rising compliance needs of electronic producers as Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) norms gain prominence. Key highlights of the expansion: E-waste recycling capacity increased by 18,000 MTPA Dedicated 6,000 MTPA facility for lithium-ion battery recycling New 40,000 sq. ft. plant in Vasai, near Mumbai Entire investment funded via internal accruals, maintaining a zero-debt status Mr. B K Soni, Chairman & Managing Director of Eco Recycling Limited, commented: 'At Ecoreco, we believe the future of sustainability lies in building resilient infrastructure today. Our latest capacity expansion—particularly the dedicated lithium-ion battery facility—is a strategic step to meet the environment-friendly disposal of surging e-waste while strengthening India's commitment to the globally accepted EPR framework.' He further highlighted the company's focus on helping producers fulfill their obligations seamlessly while contributing to pollution reduction and sector formalization. The company also celebrated two major recognitions: Becoming the first Indian e-waste recycler inducted into TERRA (The Electronics Reuse & Recycling Alliance) , a global network of certified recyclers. Honorable mention by Prime Minister Narendra Modi during his Mann Ki Baat program for its contribution to sustainability through its BookMyJunk app. About Eco Recycling: Eco Recycling provides integrated solutions for e-waste management, including reverse logistics, data destruction, asset recovery, and recycling, while adhering to global standards. For FY25, the company reported a total income of ₹46.30 crore, EBITDA of ₹33.32 crore, and PAT of ₹23.38 crore. The company remains committed to innovation, operational excellence, and supporting India's transition to a circular economy. Ahmedabad Plane Crash Aditya Bhagchandani serves as the Senior Editor and Writer at Business Upturn, where he leads coverage across the Business, Finance, Corporate, and Stock Market segments. With a keen eye for detail and a commitment to journalistic integrity, he not only contributes insightful articles but also oversees editorial direction for the reporting team.
Hi Dubai
04-07-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
MOCCAE and Tadweer Group Launch Pilot Project to Advance Waste Accountability in UAE
The Ministry of Climate Change and Environment (MOCCAE) has partnered with Tadweer Group to launch a pilot project aimed at managing waste from specific product categories under the UAE's Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) initiative, a key component of the nation's Integrated Waste Management Agenda 2023–2026. Signed during an event in Dubai, the agreement marks a step forward in the UAE's push toward a circular economy. The pilot project will target waste from electrical and electronic equipment, batteries, and packaging, and will be implemented in Abu Dhabi and Dubai. Tadweer Group will act as the Producer Responsibility Organisation (PRO) for the project. The EPR model shifts waste management accountability to manufacturers, suppliers, and distributors, encouraging more responsible production and disposal practices. By involving producers directly, the initiative supports international best practices and long-term environmental protection. Minister of Climate Change and Environment Dr. Amna bint Abdullah Al Dahak stressed the importance of partnerships in delivering sustainable environmental outcomes. She highlighted the project's role in helping achieve the UN Sustainable Development Goals and securing a pollution-free environment for future generations. Tadweer Group CEO Eng. Ali Al Dhaheri said the pilot sets the groundwork for a more efficient and accountable waste management system, with learnings from the trial to guide future policy development. The MoU outlines efforts to assess regulatory frameworks, engage the private sector, and document challenges and successes from the pilot. It also includes a public awareness component to drive participation. Twenty-six companies across key sectors signed the EPR Pledge at the event, signaling broad private sector commitment to sustainable waste management in the UAE. News Source: Emirates News Agency
Business Wire
26-06-2025
- Business
- Business Wire
ProAmpac Partners with Western Michigan University to Advance Fiber Packaging Innovation
CINCINNATI--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- ProAmpac, a global leader in flexible packaging and material science, has partnered with Western Michigan University (WMU), a top North American institution in fiber technologies and recycling, to advance the development of fiber-based sustainable packaging solutions. The partnership will bolster ProAmpac's 'Fiberization of Packaging®' strategy, which aims to deliver curbside recyclable and compostable alternatives to traditional packaging. 'The partnership with Western Michigan University supports ProAmpac's material science team on developing innovative fiber-based technologies,' said Hesam Tabatabaei, senior vice president of global product development and innovation at ProAmpac. 'WMU's expertise in fiber manufacturing and broad range of capabilities will help accelerate our ability to deliver fiber-based packaging that meets growing market demand for curbside recyclable and compostable solutions. It also enables us to proactively address Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) regulations with scalable, science-based innovation.' As a leader in packaging sustainability, ProAmpac is integrating this new university collaboration into its growing global network of academic partners focused on material and food science. These alliances enhance the company's research capabilities and directly support ProAmpac's ProActive Sustainability® and ProActive Intelligence® platforms, which foster innovation across all product categories and reinforce its commitment to a circular economy. 'We're excited to partner with ProAmpac to advance fiber-based packaging innovation,' said Dr. Kecheng Li, chair, TAPPI fellow, of WMU. 'By combining our fiber expertise and barrier coating with ProAmpac's material science leadership and global commercial scale, we can accelerate the development of more sustainable and recyclable packaging solutions.' For more information about ProAmpac's sustainable solutions, please contact Marketing@ or visit About ProAmpac ProAmpac is a leading global flexible packaging company with a comprehensive product offering. We provide creative packaging solutions, industry-leading customer service and award-winning innovation to a diverse global marketplace. ProAmpac's approach to sustainability – ProActive Sustainability -- provides innovative sustainable flexible packaging products to help our customers achieve their sustainability goals. We are guided in our work by five core values that are the basis for our success: Integrity, Intensity, Innovation, Involvement, and Impact. Cincinnati-based ProAmpac is owned by Pritzker Private Capital along with management and co-investors. For more information, visit or contact Media@ About Pritzker Private Capital Pritzker Private Capital partners with middle-market companies based in North America with leading positions in the manufactured products and services sectors. The firm's differentiated, long-duration capital base allows for efficient decision-making, broad flexibility with transaction structure and investment horizon, and alignment with all stakeholders. Pritzker Private Capital builds businesses for the long term and is an ideal partner for entrepreneur- and family-owned companies. Pritzker Private Capital is a signatory to the United Nations Principles for Responsible Investment (PRI). For more information, visit
Time of India
12-06-2025
- Business
- Time of India
India drafts solar waste rules as capacity crosses 100 GW, eyes 6 lakh tonne disposal by 2040
New Delhi: India is projected to generate over 34,600 tonnes of solar photovoltaic (PV) waste by 2030, according to draft guidelines released by the Central Pollution Control Board (CPCB), which has proposed a detailed framework for handling end-of-life solar modules, panels, and cells. The draft guidelines titled 'Safe Handling and Disposal of Solar Photovoltaic Modules, Panels, and Cells', released on May 30, 2025, outline roles and responsibilities of manufacturers, bulk consumers, dismantlers, and recyclers under the existing E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022. According to the CPCB, India had installed over 73 GW of solar capacity as of March 2023, and the country's cumulative PV waste generation is expected to increase significantly from approximately 100 tonnes in 2020 to 600,000 tonnes by 2040. The waste volume is estimated to reach 34,600 tonnes by 2030. The guidelines state, 'Solar PV waste consists of various materials such as glass, aluminum, silicon, plastics and heavy metals like lead, cadmium and antimony. Improper handling or disposal can pose serious risks to human health and the environment.' Under the proposed rules, producers and bulk consumers must ensure end-of-life management of solar equipment. They are required to channel waste only through registered dismantlers and recyclers. The CPCB has emphasized that Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) will apply to producers involved in manufacturing, importing, or selling solar PV modules or panels in India. 'Producers shall register on the CPCB's EPR portal and provide yearly returns on the quantity of solar PV modules placed in the market and quantity of waste collected and recycled,' the draft notes. The draft guidelines also include provisions for setting up collection centers or take-back systems by producers to facilitate the return of used modules. Bulk consumers, including government institutions and large industrial users, will also be required to store PV waste in a safe manner and hand over the waste only to authorized dismantlers. For dismantlers and recyclers, the guidelines propose technical standards for dismantling operations, storage infrastructure, leachate control, and record-keeping. Recycling units must obtain consent to operate under the Water and Air Acts and must maintain an online record of the quantity and type of PV waste processed. The CPCB has called for public comments on the draft by June 29, 2025. It said that after finalisation, the document will serve as an advisory framework to be adopted by various stakeholders for effective end-of-life management of solar PV systems. India's solar waste volume is projected to grow due to the rapid acceleration in solar installations under the National Solar Mission and increasing uptake of rooftop solar in the residential and commercial sectors. However, in the absence of a dedicated PV waste management regulation, most of the decommissioned panels are either stored or discarded without scientific processing. In a statement, the CPCB noted, 'The guidelines are intended to minimise environmental and health hazards by ensuring the environmentally sound management of end-of-life solar PV equipment in India.' The draft also suggests capacity-building initiatives and the development of recycling infrastructure across states. It encourages research institutions and startups to develop technologies for recovering valuable materials like silver, copper, and rare metals from end-of-life modules. The guidelines mention that solar modules generally have a lifespan of 25 years, but early failures and damage due to transport, natural disasters, or manufacturing defects can lead to premature disposal. In such cases, improper handling without formal processing systems can lead to pollution from heavy metals and toxic chemicals leaching into soil and water bodies. With the cumulative installed solar capacity projected to exceed 292 GW by 2030 under India's renewable energy targets, the CPCB has underscored the urgency of implementing standardised waste management practices.>
India Today
05-06-2025
- Business
- India Today
From trash to treasure: The rise of doorstep e-waste recycling
India's digital boom has come with a dark side: mountains of discarded electronics. Unsafe recycling practices and a booming appliance market have turned e-waste into one of the country's fastest-growing environmental Today spoke with Rohan Gupta, Co-founder and Chief Operating Officer of Attero, to explore how doorstep e-waste collection is transforming how urban India disposes of its old devices, with accountability, convenience, and long-term impact in SCALE OF THE PROBLEMIn 2023–24, India generated nearly 3.8 million metric tonnes (MMT) of e-waste—a 100% increase in just ten years. A majority of it is processed informally through hazardous methods like acid leaching and open-air burning, exposing workers to toxins and polluting air and soil.A MODEL BUILT FOR URBAN REALITY Doorstep collection is gaining popularity for its simplicity. Individuals and businesses can now schedule pickups at their convenience, ensuring their devices are routed to certified recyclers.'People are more likely to recycle when it's easy,' says Gupta. 'Our goal is to make recycling as seamless as a food delivery.'According to Redseer Strategy Consultants, India's e-waste holds $6 billion in recoverable value, including critical materials like cobalt, lithium, and rare earth elements. Stronger formal networks could also cut metal import bills by $1.7 billion E-WASTE COMES FROMadvertisementHouseholds are responsible for about 70% of India's annual e-waste. Appliance breakdown by weight includes:Refrigerators: 675,000 tonnesWashing machines: 630,000 tonnesAir conditioners: 115,000 tonnesTVs, laptops, and smartphones: 81,000 tonnesLarge appliances and temperature exchange devices alone contribute 2.5 MMT PUSH PRODUCERS TO ACTUnder the E-Waste (Management) Rules, 2022, producers must recycle 60% of their products in FY24, increasing to 80% by is part of the Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) system, which mandates producers to tie up with certified recyclers and obtain compliance certificates through a central portal. Doorstep collection supports this system by improving traceability and volume FROM GLOBAL MODELSCities worldwide are adopting similar ideas: Stockholm runs mobile collection vans, San Francisco includes e-waste in municipal pickups, and Singapore's ALBA Group offers digital rewards for used by these models, Attero's Selsmart initiative is building a nationwide collection infrastructure with local partners and goes beyond pickups. The system emphasizes data security, transparent logistics, and environmental safety. Every collected item is traceable—from doorstep to dismantling.'This isn't about just collecting more,' Gupta says. 'It's about building trust across the chain—from consumers to manufacturers.'A CIRCULAR ECONOMY WAITING TO BE BUILTOnly 30% of India's e-waste is formally recycled. The rest goes untracked, wasting 80,000 crore worth of recoverable metals and potential tax revenue collection helps plug that leak, bringing efficiency, safety, and circularity to the system while supporting green jobs and domestic supply device use accelerates, India needs scalable solutions now, not later. Doorstep collection is not just about waste—it's about the future of how cities operate.'People want to do the right thing,' Gupta says. 'We just need to make doing the right thing the easier choice.'
