Glossary

A Fulfilment Service Provider stores, packs, and ships products, boosting efficiency and cutting costs. They support sustainability by reducing waste and enabling circular economy practices.

Tantalum, used in capacitors for electronics, ensures durability and efficiency. Recycling and responsible sourcing reduce environmental harm, supporting a circular economy and sustainability.

Manganese in batteries makes them safer, cheaper, and longer-lasting. It’s more eco-friendly, supports recycling, and helps reduce mining harm, boosting sustainability and circular economy efforts.

Extractive waste is leftover material from mining that needs careful management to protect the environment. Recycling and land restoration support sustainability and benefit nearby communities.

Tungsten’s strength, heat resistance, and recyclability make it vital in electronics, helping devices last longer and supporting sustainability by reducing waste and preserving natural resources.

Gallium boosts electronics by making devices faster and more energy-efficient. Recycling it supports circular economy, securing supply and cutting environmental harm in tech industries.

Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) holds online marketplaces in Europe accountable for ensuring sellers comply with waste management laws, promoting recycling and sustainable product handling.

Indium is key for clear, responsive screens in electronics. Recycling it saves this rare metal, reduces waste, and supports a greener, circular economy for sustainable tech.

Online platforms under PPWR are digital services selling packaged goods, responsible for verifying producers' EPR compliance to support recycling, reduce waste, and promote circular economy goals.