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    The responsible operation of the IEM CAS in the context of sustainability

    Sustainability Published on 19. 02. 2026 Reading time Reading time: 2 minutes
    Recycle container for discarded electronic items, sorting and disposing of hazardous e-waste.

    Sustainability and a responsible approach to the environment are integral to the functioning of a modern scientific institution. The IEM CAS has long strived to ensure that the principles of sustainability are reflected not only in its research activities but also in the day-to-day operations of the institute. One specific step taken is the responsible management of waste, including electrical equipment.

    After a long period, the IEM CAS organised a comprehensive recycling of obsolete electrical equipment, during which more than 520 kg of electronic waste was collected. Given that electronic waste is one of the fastest-growing sources of pollution, it was crucial to ensure it was processed in an environmentally friendly manner and that valuable materials were reused as much as possible.

    Asekol was selected to collect and recycle the electrical equipment. According to ASEKOL’s data, the amount of electrical equipment handed in saved 1.24 MWh of electricity and 89.81 litres of oil, which is roughly equivalent to a trip from Prague to Rome in a standard passenger car. In addition, 48.15 m³ of water was saved, which is approximately 650 shower cycles. At the same time, greenhouse gas emissions were reduced by 390 kg of CO₂, and SO₂ emissions (contributing to environmental acidification) were reduced by 4.84 kg.

    We would like to thank all our colleagues who took part in this event. Thanks to similar steps, the IEM CAS can actively contribute to environmental protection and a more sustainable future.

    ASEKOL environmental accounting certificate for the IEM CAS for the year 2025. The certificate states that 520 kg of electronic waste was processed. This saved 1.24 MWh of electricity, 0.29 tons of primary raw materials, 48.15 m³ of water, and 89.81 litres of oil. At the same time, greenhouse gas emissions were reduced by 0.39 tons of CO₂ and SO₂ emissions by 4.84 kg. The graphic design uses green tones and ecological symbols.