1.

A total of 181,452 tonnes of WEEE were reported* throughout 2024. This is a 7% increase compared to 2023 and the highest reported figure since BeWeee was founded in 2017.

*the reported collected Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment

2.

Of the 181,452 tonnes of reported WEEE*, 45,515 tonnes were reported directly through BeWeee. That is 7 times more in 7 years.

*the reported collected Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment

3.

Most of the reported EEE* consists of electro-appliances. But the share of photovoltaic solar panels is increasing every year. For instance, 55,976 tonnes of solar panels were put on the market in 2024.

*the reported Electrical and Electronic Equipment placed on the market

4.

In Belgium, we have reached the milestone of 61.93% (excluding PV).

5.

The total collection rate (OOM/POM) including solar panels for the year 2024 is 51.31%. This figure is slightly higher than in 2023.

6.

In the coming years, BeWeee intends to do even better to further increase the reporting rate and to reach a collection rate of 65%. Companies and organisations will continue to be addressed individually and collectively to fulfil their obligations.