Waste Cluster

The Waste Cluster primarily deals with the Waste from Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive [Directive 2002/96/EC]. This directive relates to the end of life stage of electrical and electronic equipment (EEE). Many issues arose during the implementation of the WEEE Directive into national law, due to differing implementation in the Member States. DIGITALEUROPE is actively working on informing the relevant stakeholders of our experiences in the implementation of the WEEE Directive, and possible improvement solutions.

Regarding the recast of the WEEE Directive, DIGITALEUROPE has been delighted to play an active and positive role in the review process having assisted with the research studies, developed a constructive dialogue with officials and formally responded to stakeholder consultations.

DIGITALEUROPE supports the harmonization of battery-related legislation in the EU and monitors on-going legislative and implementation activities to ensure that unnecessary burdens are not placed on the high-technology industry. DIGITALEUROPE is willing to co-operate and co-ordinate with the battery industry and/or recyclers where appropriate.