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From Waste to Worth: HP and TÜV Rheinland's Sustainability Revolution
As companies worldwide strive for carbon reduction and net-zero goals, HP has been advancing its sustainable supply chain. Recently, HP has collaborated with suppliers to complete a brand closed-loop recycled materials certification project, audited by TÜV Rheinland Taiwan according to international standards. This initiative sets a new benchmark for e-waste recycling while demonstrating HP's commitment to sustainability development.
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