The new e-waste disposal obligation 2026: is your company already taking the right steps? What happens to your old electronics after they leave the premises? Since January 2026, the playing field for business electronic waste has changed drastically. With the introduction of the new disposal obligation, it is no longer a choice, but a legal necessity to … Read more
What is the residual value of your old equipment? Have you ever wondered what that stack of old laptops or those redundant iPads in the cupboard are still worth? We often think of obsolete electronics as waste. But at E-waste Nederland, we see things differently. For us, e-waste is a source of value; financially and circularly. … Read more
What happens to data after data destruction? If you move files to the Recycle Bin or format the hard drive, you might think the data is gone? Unfortunately, that is not the case. Even if a computer is broken or files have been deleted, the data often remains in the background of the disk. Only after … Read more
Why e-waste is the fastest-growing waste stream in the world. The mountain of electronic waste, also known as e-waste, is growing three times faster than other types of waste. That is a problem, but also an opportunity. In this article, we explain exactly what e-waste is, why the amount is increasing so rapidly, and how we can tackle this together… Read more
Destruction of data carriers for companies Correct destruction of data carriers for companies is essential to prevent data leaks and to comply with the GDPR. Old IT equipment often still contains sensitive information, even if it has been out of use for a long time. Think of customer data, patient files, contracts, financial company information, photos, videos or access to internal systems. On this page you can read … Read more
Certified data destruction Certified data destruction is essential for companies that want to have data carriers securely removed. Think of hard drives, USBs, backup tapes and smartphones. Only with professional data destruction including an official certificate can you be sure that sensitive information has really been destroyed. What is certified data destruction? Certified data destruction means that digital data on all kinds of IT … Read more
Destroying Hard Drives Destroying hard drives is necessary to permanently and securely delete company data. Many companies store sensitive information on old hard drives for years, such as customer data, contracts or financial reports. Without certified data destruction, this information is often easy to retrieve, with all the associated risks. On this page you can read why … Read more
Backup Tape Destruction: 11 Tips for Businesses Destroying backup tapes is a crucial step for businesses that want to securely manage their sensitive data and comply with laws and regulations such as the GDPR. Old tapes often contain customer data, financial records or confidential company information. Without controlled and certified tape destruction, organizations run a significant risk of … Read more
How to Destroy an Old USB Flash Drive? What is the best way to destroy an old USB flash drive without exposing sensitive data? Destroying USB flash drives may seem simple, but effective and secure destruction requires more than just physical damage. In this blog, you will discover which methods really work, which are unsafe, and where you … Read more
Looking for a professional IT data destruction company? Hiring a professional IT data destruction company is essential for companies to securely delete sensitive data. Old IT equipment such as hard drives, laptops or servers often still contain company data, customer information or financial data. Without secure and certified deletion, you run the risk of data leaks, GDPR fines or reputational damage. E-Waste Nederland is a specialist … Read more