EU Agrees On Universal Charger By 2024 To Reduce E-Waste

The EU generates 4 million tonnes of e-waste every year, around 40% of this is recycled, but the EU's e-waste recycling target is 65%. 11,000 tonnes of disused chargers are thrown away in the EU every year. Half the phones in the EU use USB micro-B connectors, 21% use Apple’s Lightning connector, and 29% use USB-C universal chargers. According to new rules agreed between EU members, all new phones must have a USB-C universal charger by 2024. This also applies to other rechargeable electronic devices, such as tablets and digital cameras. Watch for more details.