The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Regulations is an EU directive implemented in 2007 to reduce the amount of Electrical and Electronic Equipment going to landfill and increase the rates of recycling and reuse. In scope are fluorescent lamps (CFL and fluorescent tubes) and LEDs.
Starting in 2019, luminaires (ie. lighting fixtures) will also be under scope. Tala, as a manufacturer of LED light bulbs and fixtures, is required to contribute by joining a WEEE compliance scheme in each EU country we distribute in (once our sales reach a certain volume).
In the UK, we have joined the WEEE compliance scheme, Recolight, and have since absorbed a £0.04 per product cost to ensure the future recycling of Tala items.
We are also part of a WEEE compliance scheme in Germany - Get e Right
For enquiries, please contact: customerservice@tala.co.uk
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Intellectual Property Summary
Commitment to Original Design and Research
Tala is a dedicated advocate for original design and foundational research. We have implemented comprehensive Intellectual Property (IP) programs to ensure the protection and support of our innovations.
Below is a summary of these initiatives:
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Design Protection:
EU/UK: Tala's designs are safeguarded by both registered and unregistered design rights.
United States: Several of our key designs are protected by registered design patents.
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Authorized Supplier:
Tala is an Authorized Supplier under the UC Santa Barbara LED Filament LED lighting patent program. You can verify our listing here.
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Licensed with Signify EnabLED:
Tala is a registered licensee with the Signify EnabLED license program, granting us access to 600 innovations and 4700 granted patents. Detailed registration information can be found here.
By adhering to these robust IP protection measures, Tala ensures that our customers and partners can trust in the authenticity and innovation of our products.
