In a world grappling with escalating electronic waste, ABB Robotics and US startup Molg have joined forces to develop automated microfactories for recycling data center equipment. This partnership emerges as global e-waste projections reach an alarming 75 million tons by 2030, with data centers contributing 2.6 million tonnes annually. The robotic microfactories will autonomously disassemble complex electronic equipment, including servers, laptop PCs, and industrial electronics. This automated approach offers an alternative to manual disassembly or disposal in landfills and incinerators. “Through this collaboration, we continue to realize our vision of helping organizations operate more efficiently and sustainably,” says Craig McDonnell, … Continue reading Robots Tackle 75 Million Tons of E-Waste by 2030 with ABB and Molg’s Automated Data Center Recycling