HP is launching the Planet Partnership Program, a recycling project that it implements meticulously around the world, in Turkey as well! Through this program, HP has recycled more than 90 million used LaserJet and inkjet print cartridges to date.. This gain, which reaches 21,211 kilometers when stacked side by side, is equal to seven times the length of the Great Wall of China..

HP’s recycling project, which has ISO9000 and 14001 certifications for its manufacturing activities worldwide, has been implemented in more than 30 countries in Europe, Asia and North America, the first in Turkey. implemented in institutions. Joining this program is extremely easy and free.. It is sufficient for businesses that use a maximum of 5 HP LaserJet or 10 HP inkjet print cartridges per month to purchase the returned cartridges with postage paid and mail the products to the specified address at the end of the usage period.. Users consuming more cartridges or toners should develop a company-wide HP-sponsored collection program or request a collection box from HP..

How does the recycling process work?
All HP print cartridges go through a multi-stage recycling process at HP or at partner facilities around the world. First, packaging materials are separated from cartridges and recycled independently. The print cartridges are then properly separated and shredded.. And finally, the shredded cartridge materials are once again separated into plastics, metals and waste ink, foam or toner.. These materials are subsequently converted into raw materials for use in the manufacture of new everyday products.. The remaining ink and toner waste is used in energy production.. Unusable materials are also disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner..

HP Turkey Imaging and Printing Group Country Manager Fikret Ergüder states that HP follows an environmentally friendly policy and adds, “HP has been engaged in recycling activities for 20 years with environmental concerns.. The Planetary Partnership Program, which forms the framework of these activities, is also of vital importance to us.. There is no serious study on recycling of used toner and cartridges in Turkey.. These products do not harm the environment when properly disposed of or recycled.. Thus, it is seen that technology can make our lives easier with environmentally friendly applications.. We will continue our efforts to spread this awareness in our country.”

Today, the outer packaging of LaserJet cartridges is made of 30 percent recycled materials.. In HP transparencies, this figure reaches 45 percent.. However, officials draw attention to one issue.. The recycling program is available only to customers who use HP original cartridges for their intended purpose.. Another point to be considered is that defective consumer products are not in this scope.. It is recommended that products still within the warranty period be replaced by authorized dealers or a service center..
HP invites all customers to join this sensitive partnership by developing printers with quality and reliability at the forefront, designing products with fewer parts and simplified packaging for greater productivity and recycling.. For more detailed information on the subject and to participate in the program, please visit www.hp.com.tr/sarf/geridonusum.