EU Legislators to outlaw use of needless Mercury
EU legislators have started the process to outlaw the use of needless mercury in dental amalgam. In January members of the European parliament also voted in favour of phasing out the manufacture and export of EU banned mercury added lamps by 2025. Thereby, putting an end to double standards. They also requested studies and further […]
The recycling of LEDs need more focus in Australia
With the need for energy efficient-lighting solutions increasing, the recycling of old LEDs and mercury bearing lights needs more focus. Zoltan Sekula, of recycler EcoCycle believes more needs to be done. “Increased public awareness and educational campaigns are required. We must help people understand the regulations surrounding the ban on lighting products containing mercury”. Zoltan […]
10th Anniversary of Adoption of Minamata
October 2023 marked the 10th anniversary of the adoption of the Minamata Convention. A deal that showed the importance of international diplomacy when it comes to supporting environmental and health issues. It should be noted there are now 147 parties that have ratified the agreement. The agreement calls for countries to phase out mercury use […]
Global Changes in supply and demand for Mercury
With the introduction of the Minamata convention there is a need to understand the global changes in supply and demand for mercury. Current estimates suggest a downward trend in both supply and demand. The supply of mercury from primary mining has not decreased as much as initially expected. Indeed, mercury recovery from by-products of nonferrous […]
EcoCycle accepted as partners of UN Environment Programme (UNEP)
News & Media | EcoCycle accepted as partners of UN Environment Programme (UNEP) In further recognition of its commitment to preventing the many adverse consequences of mercury pollution, EcoCycle has been accepted as a partner of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Global Mercury Partnership. To date, EcoCycle is the only Australian organisation to become […]