E-Waste World 2024 is just around the corner, and we’re thrilled to be curating the Circular Electronics track. We hope you’ll join us June 26-27 in Messe Frankfurt in Germany for two days of content that presents electronics sustainability through a whole life cycle lens.  

What to Expect at E-Waste World 2024 

E-Waste World 2024 promises to be a pivotal event for those passionate about sustainable electronics. Here are some highlights: 

  • 200+ Exhibitors: Explore the latest innovations in sustainable electronics 
  • 130+ Speakers: Gain insights from leading voices in the industry 
  • 3,000+ Attendees: Network with professionals and peers dedicated to circular electronics 
  • 500+ Conference Delegates: Participate in engaging discussions and panels 

Circular Electronics Track 

Our focus will be on the Circular Electronics track, which offers a unique opportunity to delve into practices beyond traditional end-of-life solutions. Topics will include product design for recycling, sustainable materials, and the latest in repairability and refurbishment. 

Explore Panels and Presentations from Pioneers in Circular Electronics  

First Use  

  • Human Mobile Devices Challenge the Norms in the Tech Industry 
    • Presenter: Petri Hayrynen, Marketing, HMD Mobile Devices 
  • Recognizing More Sustainable Products 
    • Presenter: Martin Eichenseder, Ambassador, TCO Certified 
  • Reparability – The Essential Tools to Enable a Repair Culture 
    • Presenter: Kyle Wiens, CEO, iFixit 
  • Extending Product Life Through Software 
    • Presenter: Google 
  • Maximizing the Life of Electronics 
    • Panel Discussion: Kyle Wiens, CEO, iFixit; Petri Hayrynen, Global Head of Product Marketing, HMD; Jennifer Foxworthy, Senior Manager, Certified Renew Partner Program, HP
  • Panel: State of Play and Future Developments of the Digital Product Passport  
    • Panel Discussion: Mark Hoff, European Head of ESG and Finance Sector Lead, SLR; Marvin Böll, Project Manager, VDE; Hege Marie Norheim, EVP Corporate Public Affairs and Sustainability Freyr Battery; Eduard Wagner, Senior Researcher, Fraunhofer IZM 
  • Challenges in Sustainable Returns 
    • Presenter: Bianca Knerr, Business Development Manager & Advisor for EMEA & APAC Region, RLA 

Reuse 

  • IT Resale Market in Europe 
    • Presenter: Milena Tadic, Director Business Development, SK TES 
  • Data Center Equipment Reuse Potential 
    • Presenter: Jelle Slenters, Commercial Director, Sims Lifecycle Services 
  • Role of Data Erasure in Promoting a Circular Economy 
    • Presenter: Sunil Chandna, CEO, BitRaser 
  • Fireside Chat: Evolution of Repair Options 
    • Moderator: Michelle James, Vice President of Strategic Industry Programs, CTIA 
  • Tear Down with iFixit 
    • Presenter: Kyle Wiens, CEO, iFixit 
  • Insight From HP’s Certified Refurbisher Program 
    • Presenter: Jennifer Foxworthy, Senior Manager, Certified Refurbished Partner Program, HP 
  • Will Right to Repair Reduce Electronic Waste? 
    • Presenter: Steffen Vangerow, Managing Director, Vangerow GmbH 
  • ReThink Repair 
    • Presenter: Sebastian Daus, Co-Founder and CEO, FixFirst 
  • Evolving ITAD Trends in Japan 
    • Presenter: Yukiko Take, Marketing Manager, GET-IT 

Circular Initiatives 

  • Panel Discussion: EU Policy: Updates and Recommendations 
    • Moderator: Julie-Ann Adams, Chief Executive Officer, EERA, Secretary General, EBRA; Steffen Vangerow, Managing Director, Vangerow GmbH 

  • Lenovo 360 Circle Community 

  • Panel Discussion: Measuring Circularity Through ESG Reporting
    • Daniel Silberhorn, Senior Advisor ESG & Sustainability Transformation, SLR Consulting; Sofia Peruzzo, Group ESG Manager, SK tes; Sebastian Foot, Founding Partner, Bloom ESG

Recycling 

  • Innovating with Next Life Plastics at Scale 
    • Presenter: Sinéad McCabe, Programme Manager, Stewardship and Recycling, Logitech 
  • INCREACE: Enable an Increased Uptake of Recycled Plastics in Electronic Products. A Developer’s View 
    • Presenters: Theresa Aigner, Fraunhofer IZM; Thijs Feenstra, Pezy Group 

In addition to all these fantastic panels and presentations, SERI is hosting a free-to-attend Lunch Workshop on Wednesday, June 26, 2024, titled “Delivering Consumer Trust in Mobile Repair,” a great opportunity to network with other mobile repair operators and refurbishers. Space may be limited – please register here to attend. 

 Follow us on LinkedIn for updates as additional presenters get confirmed. We can’t wait to see everyone there.