London, UK, 13 June 2025 – According to a report by the United Nations, global e-waste is expected to reach a staggering 82 million tonnes by 2030, a significant increase from the 2022 figure of 62 million tonnes. In response to this alarming trend, SocialBox.Biz, a Community Interest Company (CIC), is launching a new initiative to tackle the growing e-rubbish problem in the UK.
Under the Streamlined Energy and Carbon Reporting (SECR) framework, large corporations in the UK are required to report their Scope 1 and 2 emissions, with Scope 3 likely to become mandatory soon. SocialBox.Biz is providing a solution for businesses, organizations, and higher education institutions to meet these reporting requirements while also addressing the issue of e-rubbish waste.
“Open source software powers our donations, offering cost-free, secure, and transparent solutions,” said the team at SocialBox.Biz. “Recipients gain updated software, while donors avoid support obligations and security risks.”
By extending the lifecycle of hardware through their donation and re-purposing program, SocialBox.Biz helps reduce Scope 3 emissions and supports Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals. This initiative also avoids the energy-intensive process of recycling and contributes to the circular economy by providing updated technology to those in need.
In addition to helping companies meet their sustainability reporting requirements, SocialBox.Biz also supports the new Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive and Financial Conduct Authority rules requiring listed companies to report climate-related disclosures, including Scope 3 emissions, under TCFD-aligned frameworks.
“The SocialBox.Biz initiative completes a circle in which organisations meet Scope 3 and ESG goals, waste is reduced, and people in need benefit by encouraging the donation of reusable equipment,” said the team at SocialBox.Biz.
The process of donating is simple and secure, with all tech being wiped clear of data before being recommissioned with open source software. SocialBox.Biz also offers data removal certificates for further documentation in sustainability reports and stakeholder communication.
SocialBox.Biz has already made a significant impact in the UK, with their laptop donations fueling the music career of a refugee from Eritrea, known as DJ Yordi. The donated Mac-Book enabled him to access online platforms, promote his work, and connect with audiences, supporting his integration into British society.
To learn more about SocialBox.Biz and how you can make a difference by donating your old but still working tech, visit https://www.socialbox.biz/.
About SocialBox.Biz
SocialBox.Biz is a Community Interest Company (CIC) on a mission to tackle the growing e-rubbish problem in the UK. By encouraging companies to donate their old but still working tech, SocialBox.Biz supports the circular economy while also providing updated technology to those in need. Their impact can be seen through case studies like DJ Yordi, a refugee whose music career was fueled by a donated Mac-Book. To learn more, visit https://www.socialbox.biz/.
Derick is an experienced reporter having held multiple senior roles for large publishers across Europe. Specialist subjects include small business and financial emerging markets.