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EPISODE · Oct 14, 2025 · 3 MIN

Old electrical appliances a hidden treasure trove of raw materials!

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Half of us don’t realise our old phones and laptops contain critical raw materials needed for new tech and green energy. That’s according to new research from Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Ireland. We discuss further with Leo Donovan is the CEO of WEEE Ireland.

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Half of us don’t realise our old phones and laptops contain critical raw materials needed for new tech and green energy. That’s according to new research from Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Ireland. We discuss further with Leo Donovan is...

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