E-Waste Recycling for AI and High-Performance Data Centres
How AI and HPC operators in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Canberra can manage end-of-life IT and hardware responsibly.
Summary
AI and HPC data centres generate significant e-waste through hardware refresh cycles. Bulk recycling with secure data destruction, chain-of-custody and documentation supports compliance and ESG. Electronics Recycler services Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Canberra with pickup for qualifying volumes and drop-off options.
Why AI and HPC Sites Produce E-Waste
Artificial intelligence and high-performance computing facilities run on dense server, GPU and storage hardware. Refresh cycles are often shorter than in traditional enterprise IT, leading to large volumes of end-of-life equipment. Decommissioned servers, networking gear, power and cooling equipment all fall under e-waste and need responsible recycling rather than landfill.
Typical E-Waste Streams
From AI and HPC data halls you can expect servers (rack and blade), GPU nodes, storage arrays, high-speed networking, cabling, PDUs and UPS units. Many of these contain data-bearing storage that must be securely destroyed. Metals (copper, aluminium, steel), plastics and circuit boards are recoverable through recycling — see our Data Centre Recycling and Hard Drive and Data Storage Secure Destruction services.
Bulk Recycling and Pickup
We are a bulk recycler. Complimentary pickup is contingent on sufficient volume; we will work with you to determine if you qualify. Operators in Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Canberra — including suburbs such as Macquarie Park, Docklands, Fortitude Valley and Fyshwick — can contact us with their scale of decommission. We also have public drop-off options at each location for smaller batches.
Secure Destruction and Compliance
AI and HPC workloads often handle sensitive or proprietary data. End-of-life storage must be destroyed in a way that prevents recovery, with certificates of destruction for audit and compliance. We provide chain-of-custody from collection through to destruction and recycling, supporting privacy and tender requirements.
ESG and Reporting
Diverting e-waste from landfill and documenting recycling supports environmental, social and governance reporting. Many investors and clients expect clear evidence of responsible disposal. We supply documentation that can be used in ESG and sustainability reports.
Frequently Asked Questions
We service all types of data centre and server room decommissions, including AI and HPC. The same recycling and secure destruction processes apply.
We service Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane and Canberra and are expanding. Contact us with your suburb to confirm pickup or drop-off.
Complimentary pickup is available for qualifying bulk volumes. We will work with you to determine eligibility.