KGK JET India E-Waste Program

At KGK JET India, we believe that it is our responsibility to ensure that we do business in such a manner that it enriches our environment and planet. That's why we make sure that we deliver innovative and eco-friendly products to our consumers. We are committed to product stewardship through the life cycle of our electronics, and ensure compliance with E-waste rules in India.

About E-Waste

E-waste has been defined as "waste electrical and electronic equipment, whole/in part or rejects from their manufacturing and repair process, which are intended to be discarded." In other words, E-waste or Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment is the term used to describe old, end-of-life or discarded appliances using electricity. With the increase in usage and dependence on electrical and electronic gadgets such as washing machines, refrigerators, air conditioners etc. there has been increase in E-waste generation in large quantities. A UN report estimates that the world wide generation of E-waste is around 30 to 50 Million tonne per annum. E-waste generally consists of those substances which are hazardous for environment and can seriously affect the health of the human beings.

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Benefits of recycling of old electronic products/why recycle?

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Saves Natural Resources

There is a need to encourage recycling of all useful and valuable material from E-waste so as to conserve the ever depleting natural resources. Recycling end-of-life products is vital if we are to save resources and minimize waste

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Reduces Environmental Pollution

Scientific disposal of E-waste reduces the environment pollution. Moreover, making products from recycled materials creates less air and water pollution than making products from virgin materials.

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Alternate Resource

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Health Risks

E-waste-connected health risks may result from direct contact with harmful materials such as lead, cadmium, chromium, brominated flame retardants or polychlorinated biphenyls (PCBs), from inhalation of toxic fumes, as well as from accumulation of chemicals in soil, water and food.

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Children Are Vulnerable

Children require more specific protection from E-waste exposure. As they are still growing, their air, water and food intake is more as compared to adults- and with that the risk of hazardous chemical absorption. Moreover, it may cause an irreversible damage to their central nervous system, immune system, reproductive and digestive system.

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Environmental Degradation

Oil and gases which are present in E-waste such as compressor and CRT causes environmental pollution. Burning of rubber and plastic in open area causes air pollution.

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Accidental breakage/damage of electronics & E-waste

Accidental breakage and damage of electronics and E-waste can pose a threat to the environment. As long as the toxic components in electronics are enclosed within the original manufacturer's designed outer-shell of the gadget, they don't pose much of a danger as they have been engineered to contain any such effects. However, accidental breakage or damage of such electronics or E-waste can lead to toxic elements leaking and contaminating their immediate environment. Damage to the environment due to accidental breakage of E-waste is a major concern in informal E-waste disposal and recycling facilities, so consumers need to ensure that they dispose their E-waste only at authorized E-waste recycler.

Brief about E-waste (Management) rules 2016

The E-waste (Management) Rules, 2016 have been notified with primary objective to channelize the E-waste generated in the country for environmentally sound recycling which is largely controlled by the un-organized sector who are adopting crude practices that results into higher pollution and less recovery, thereby causing wastages of precious resources and damage to environment.

Guidelines for customers on the disposal of end-of-life products

The appliance's packaging material is recyclable. Your appliance also contains recyclable matter which is marked with the label. Do not mix it with the waste.

Do's & Don'ts for Customers

Do's:

  • right arrow Always look for information on the catalogue with your product for end-of-life equipment handling.
  • right arrow Ensure that only Greeniva Recycler repair and handle your electronic products.
  • right arrow Always call Local Greeniva Recycler to dispose products that have reached end-of life.
  • right arrow Always drop your used electronic products, batteries or any accessories when they reach the end of their life at your nearest Greeniva Recycler Call Centre.
  • right arrow Wherever possible or as instructed, separate the packaging material according to responsible waste disposal options and sorting for recycling.
  • right arrow Always disconnect the battery from product, and ensure any glass surface is protected against breakage.

Don'ts:

  • right arrow Do not dismantle your electronic products on your own.
  • right arrow Do not throw electronics in bins having “Do Not Dispose” sign.
  • right arrow Do not give E-waste to informal and unorganized sectors like Local Scrap Dealer/ Rag Pickers.
  • right arrow Do not dispose your product in garbage bins along with municipal waste that ultimately reaches landfills.

FAQ's

Currently the initiative covers pick up of e-waste related to only Hard Drives, Electric and Electronic Equipment

Consumers do not have to pay any fee for recycling of KGK JET India. Product/used in India.

No. You can dispose only KGK JET India Product through our recyclers/agents.

Consumers do not have to pay for safe disposal of their appliances through KGK JET India. Authorized recyclers.

Yes it is possible and it will take about 5- 10 days to get the products picked by our authorized recyclers from the time of the first call made to call centre.

As of now there is no monetary benefit/discount linked to this program, however one can check for latest discounts/offers for exchange at your nearest KGK JET India Offices. The main benefit of this program is cleaner, safer and greener environment.

In case of any queries regarding the proper disposal and/or recycling of electronics, consumers can contact the helpdesk (Toll free) at: 1800-102-4919 Email: info@greenivarecycler.com

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