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Recyclable PCBs
Drive Pathway Toward
E-Waste Reduction
By Stefano Lovati, contributing writer for Power Electronics News
In a world where technology is advancing swiftly, the disposal of electronic waste (e-waste) is
a growing concern. The impact of improperly discarded electronic components, especially
printed-circuit boards (PCBs), on the environment cannot be ignored. However, a significant
innovation has emerged in recent years: recyclable PCBs. Jiva Materials, a company that has
developed an innovative recyclable substrate for PCBs, is among the pioneers in this field.
Recently, Infineon Technologies announced it will use recyclable PCB substrates from Jiva Materials
in its demo and evaluation boards, thus reducing e-waste and helping preserve valuable resources.
In this article, we will investigate the concept of recyclable PCBs and how Infineon’s decision could
pave the way to wider adoption of this revolutionary technology.
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