The WEEE regulations were introduced in 2007 and cover a wide range of electrical products, from washing machines to watches, toys, televisions and almost all electrical products for use in home or business. Under the regulations businesses that place EEE on the market (either by importing or manufacturing it) must fund its collection and recycling when it becomes waste.
The law requires such Producers join approved Producer Compliance Schemes who then register members with the Environment Agency, submit data on the weight of equipment placed on the market, and carry out the collection and recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment on behalf of members.
The law requires such Producers join approved Producer Compliance Schemes who then register members with the Environment Agency, submit data on the weight of equipment placed on the market, and carry out the collection and recycling of waste electrical and electronic equipment on behalf of members.