WEEE Directive
Introduction
From the 13th of August 2005 retailers and internet sellers are obliged to take back WEEE (Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment) from members of the public free of charge. This new EU directive ensures that all historic WEEE products are collected, treated and disposed of in an environmentally sound manner.
For more information please visit the official WEEE website.
How Does WEEE Work?
Take back is on a one-for-one basis only and the product must be of a similar type or have performed the same function as the new product purchased. For example if you purchase a vacuum cleaner we will take back your old vacuum cleaner free of charge and ensure it is recycled in a safe and responsible manner. However if you buy a vacuum cleaner, we will not take back your old television or kettle.
How do I return my old product?
You can bring your old electrical equipment to an authorised collection point, such as the civic amenity waste centres Free of Charge. Alternatively, you can return your old product to us either at the time of delivery or by bringing the product to our registered company address within 15 days of purchase. If you intend to do this then we ask that you inform us in advance so we can make suitable arrangements.
What are the Environmental Management Costs?
To ensure the collection, treatment and disposal of all WEEE in a safe manner, the prices of electronic and electrical items will now include a contribution to a producer recycling fund. Each item will be associated with a product category, e.g. large household appliances, electronic and electrical tools, etc, which will determine the EMC that applies. All products that incur an EMC, will clearly display the EMC along with the item price both before and after the EMC is applied. The EMC is referred to as the PRF or Producer Recycling Fund next to each products price.
The following is a list of the EMCs that apply to the products sold on the Easy Living website:
| Category | vEMC |
|---|---|
| Section 2.1 Small Household Appliances (e.g. Floor care) | €1.00 |
| Section 6.1 Electric and Electronic Tools (e.g tools for mowing or gardening activities) | €1.00 |
An full listing of product categories & associated EMC charges can be obtained from http://www.weeeregister.ie