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Sustainability Is Making Progress: HDMI® Technology Supports a Greener Future

HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. (HDMI LA) supports a circular economy through reuse, recycling, and the increased use of sustainable materials for products and packaging. As consumer demand for environmentally responsible technologies grows, the HDMI ecosystem of connected devices is committed to reducing waste and enabling smarter, more sustainable solutions for the billions of HDMI-enabled devices used worldwide.

Across the industry, manufacturers and adopters are taking meaningful action. Many companies have implemented robust sustainability policies that focus on reducing the environmental footprint of consumer electronics. This includes shifting toward recycled and bio-based materials, designing products for longer life cycles, and encouraging component reuse whenever possible. Additionally, more companies are adopting sustainable packaging practices, using recyclable, compostable, or reduced-material packaging to cut back on unnecessary waste and support the circular economy. Recycling initiatives are also expanding, helping ensure that valuable materials are recovered and re-entered into the production cycle rather than sent to landfills.

Industry organizations like the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) have played a major role in advancing green initiatives. Through programs such as the Consumer Technology Circularity Initiative (CTCI), CTA promotes best practices that support reuse, repair, and recycling across the product lifecycle—ultimately driving down climate impact and conserving critical resources. CTA also provides tools for consumers, such as the GreenerGadgets platform, which offers guidance on responsible purchasing and recycling options for electronics.

Retailers are also contributing by posting helpful recycling information and offering convenient in-store e-waste collection programs. This ensures that consumers have access to responsible disposal options for outdated electronics, cables, and related components.

HDMI LA continues to deepen its sustainability engagement by collaborating with recycling partners across Asia to promote HDMI cable recycling. These efforts include sharing insights and resources with cable manufacturers, many of whom are improving their own environmental practices through sustainable sourcing and enhanced recycling of manufacturing waste.

In addition, HDMI LA has taken steps to reduce the environmental impact of its own certification label materials. The HDMI Cable Certification Labels have been updated to be more sustainable and recyclable, while the Premium High Speed HDMI Cable Certification Label has been reduced in size by 23%. These changes help conserve materials and reduce CO₂ emissions associated with printing and global transportation.

The progress being made throughout the HDMI ecosystem reflects a collective commitment to responsible innovation. By supporting the circular economy and encouraging eco-friendly design, recycling, and reuse, HDMI LA and its partners are helping drive a more sustainable future for the devices that connect our digital world.

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