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Sage Sustainable Electronics has announced the opening of its fourth repurposing center near Philadelphia in Montgomeryville, Pennsylvania. The company aims to help businesses retire old technology in a more sustainable and financially beneficial way. By extending the useful life of technology, Sage reduces environmental impact and returns more money to its customers. The new center will accept all types of corporate technology and provide secure logistics and data destruction processes. Sage also refurbishes and sells PCs and mobile phones to the public. [Extracted from the article]

Franklin eWaste, a local electronic waste recycling company in Franklin, Tennessee, is rebranding to City eWaste in order to expand their services nationwide. They aim to become the first mid-market eWaste recycling franchise in the country, serving both businesses and residential electronic recycling. The founder and CEO, Matthew Rogers, expressed gratitude to the Franklin community for their support and stated that their flagship location will remain in Franklin. With the increasing volume of eWaste and low recycling rates in the US, there is a need for innovation in the market. City eWaste aims to fill the gap in mid-sized markets that lack established e-recycling programs. They offer mostly free solutions for businesses and aim to improve access points for residents across the US, empowering communities with education on how to handle eWaste better. [Extracted from the article]

Alberta, Canada has announced that its Electronics Recycling Pilot Program will become permanent starting April 1, 2025. The program has already diverted 14,500 tonnes of material from landfills during its pilot stage. It allows residents to easily recycle various electronics, including power tools, lawn and garden equipment, small appliances, and cell phones. The success of the program has also prompted the province to begin developing Canada's first recycling program for solar panels. The government aims to create a comprehensive and forward-thinking recycling system that addresses both current and future recycling needs. [Extracted from the article]

Tide Rock, an unlevered buyout firm, has acquired Global Electronics Recycling (GER), a Phoenix-based IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) and electronics recycling company. This acquisition expands Tide Rock's portfolio of electronics recycling companies, which includes Full Circle Electronics and Sipi's IT Asset and Disposition assets. GER will be integrated with Full Circle Electronics to enhance their shared mission of transforming the enterprise electronics recycling space. Tracey Haslam, CEO of Full Circle Electronics, will lead the integration of GER and continue to lead the business. The acquisition aims to better serve enterprise customers in the Phoenix area and nationwide. [Extracted from the article]

The Rock Falls City Council in Illinois has voted to purchase a site for a new electronics recycling center. The previous center was closed after a fire, and residents have been eagerly awaiting its reopening. The new center is expected to be operational by mid-July and will provide a convenient location for residents to recycle their old electronics. City Administrator Robbin Blackert expressed optimism about the new site, stating that it will be beneficial for the community. [Extracted from the article]

Minnesota has passed a bill on Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR), becoming the fifth state to do so. The legislation aims to incentivize manufacturers to make packaging reusable, recyclable, or compostable by 2032, with producers required to pay for recycling costs. While some organizations applaud the measure, others have raised concerns about its sufficiency. EPR laws like this one are seen as effective tools to address gaps in the current recycling system and reduce plastic pollution. [Extracted from the article]

Goodwill Keystone Area has partnered with Reworld, an e-waste recycling company, to launch a new program in select Pennsylvania counties that allows shoppers to recycle electronic waste. The initiative aims to address the growing problem of electronic waste and prevent it from ending up in landfills or being illegally dumped. The program will cover 22 central and southeastern counties in Pennsylvania and will focus on recycling electronic devices that are broken or at the end of their life. [Extracted from the article]

Radiowell, a company that specializes in recycling radios and batteries, has launched a national ad campaign to raise awareness about the proper disposal and recycling of two-way radios. Many consumer-owned radios end up in landfills, which can lead to environmental and health problems due to the toxic chemicals they contain. The campaign aims to educate consumers about the importance of recycling and provide information on how to do so. Radiowell also plants a tree for every commercial radio it purchases as part of its commitment to environmental sustainability. [Extracted from the article]

A recent recycling drive held in Pittsburgh saw hundreds of residents participate by bringing in hard-to-recycle items. The event, organized by the Pennsylvania Resources Council and Allegheny County Health Department in partnership with WPXI, took place at Galleria in Pittsburgh Mills. Residents were able to recycle items such as televisions, tires, and small electronics for a small fee. The event aimed to provide convenient and responsible recycling opportunities for residents of Allegheny County and southwestern Pennsylvania. Over 600 people signed up for the event, highlighting the demand for such initiatives in the region. [Extracted from the article]

Reworld and Goodwill Keystone Area have partnered to introduce a free electronic waste recycling program in 22 central and southeastern Pennsylvania counties. The initiative aims to address the growing issue of electronic waste and make recycling more accessible to residents. The program will utilize Goodwill Keystone Area's network of stores and donation centers as drop-off points for a wide range of electronic items. Reworld, a leader in e-waste recycling, will be responsible for the downstream processing and recycling of the collected electronics. The program is expected to collect half a million pounds of electronic waste within the first year and will also encourage residents to donate other gently used items. [Extracted from the article]

A new bill has been proposed in Minnesota to create a free recycling program for electronics, but it is facing resistance. The bill suggests implementing a 3.2% recycling fee on most electronics at the point of purchase, with the benefit of free recycling for old electronics. Integrated Recycling Technologies (IRT) in St. Cloud, Minnesota would benefit from this change, as they can process almost 150 million pounds of electronics annually. However, the bill has stalled in the Senate due to opposition against adding a cost for all consumers. [Extracted from the article]

The Pittsburgh Zoo and Aquarium is offering discounted admission to guests who bring small electronics to be recycled as part of their Earth Day efforts. This initiative is in partnership with the Association of Zoos and Aquariums' Gorilla SAFE program, which aims to celebrate Earth Day. In 2023, the zoo received the Silverback Award for collecting nearly 13,000 electronic devices from its guests. The zoo's program not only promotes recycling but also raises funds for gorilla conservation initiatives. Guests can bring small electronics for recycling throughout the year. [Extracted from the article]

ERI, the largest IT and electronics asset disposition provider in the US, has partnered with Staples to expand its recycling services to include consumer batteries. Staples will now accept rechargeable and single-use alkaline batteries for free recycling at its approximately 1000 locations nationwide. The collaboration also involves Call2Recycle, the country's largest consumer battery stewardship program leader, to ensure the safe transportation of batteries and electronics to ERI's recycling facilities. ERI is certified to responsibly recycle electronic devices and will recover precious metals and materials for beneficial reuse. The program was designed based on consumer recycling behavior research from MIT and aims to make responsible recycling more accessible. [Extracted from the article]

The Kent County Department of Public Works is urging residents to properly dispose of old electronics ahead of the gift-giving season. People who are upgrading their electronics should not put them in traditional recycling bins, but instead take them to special drop-off locations provided by the DPW in Kent County, Michigan. The DPW emphasizes the importance of recycling or disposing of old items to protect the community and the environment. Additionally, the DPW suggests that working electronics can be donated to charities or sold. [Extracted from the article]

A new workforce program in Indiana aims to address the shortage of qualified workers in the e-recycling industry and the high unemployment rate among disabled adults. The Vocational Training and Empowerment Center (VTEC) is partnering with Electronics Recycling International, Indiana Vocational Rehabilitation, and Ivy Tech Community College to provide people with intellectual or developmental disabilities the opportunity to earn a Basic Production Principles certification and receive training in electronics recycling. The program includes a classroom and skills lab at a facility in Plainfield, Indiana, where participants can access course materials and hands-on training. The initiative is seen as a way to tap into an untapped labor force and create career opportunities in a sustainable industry. [Extracted from the article]

Lawmakers are pushing for simpler, more affordable e-waste recycling, citing progress in Rep. Lisa Borowski's legislation (HB1607) to update Pennsylvania's recycling infrastructure.The bill aims to eliminate drop-off fees, increase convenience, and create a collaborative system involving industries, local governments, and the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection.Advocates emphasize the environmental benefits and need for accessible recycling options while addressing the growing issue of e-waste.Read more here [Extracted from the article]

California has passed legislation that will drive a major shift in how original equipment manufacturers (OEMs) of electronics can do business in the Gold Coast state. On the heels of Apple's statement, HP, who also contested the California legislation for years, announced it stands behind the finalized bill. [Extracted from the article]

"It is an honor to provide a free and responsible e-waste recycling event to benefit the good people of Beaver Dam", said John Shegerian, Chairman and CEO of ERI. BEAVER DAM, Wis.--The Staples location at Heritage Mall in Beaver Dam Wisconsin has teamed with ERI, the nation's leading recycler of electronics and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company, to provide the residents of Beaver Dam and surrounding areas with a free and convenient way to responsibly recycle unwanted consumer electronics. ERI is the largest fully integrated IT and electronics asset disposition provider and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company in the United States. [Extracted from the article]

B About American Battery Technology Company b American Battery Technology Company (ABTC), headquartered in Reno, Nevada, has pioneered first-of-kind technologies to unlock domestically manufactured and recycled battery metals critically needed to help meet the significant demand from the electric vehicle, stationary storage, and consumer electronics industries. RENO, Nev.-- American Battery Technology Company(ABTC) (NASDAQ: ABAT), an integrated critical battery materials company that is commercializing its technologies for both primary battery minerals manufacturing and secondary minerals lithium-ion battery recycling, is pleased to serve as the lithium-ion battery recycler for Pyxera Global and Terra's Done with It pilot program, sponsored by FedEx, to test the viability of recovering used electronics (e-waste). [Extracted from the article]

Indianapolis residents will be able to bring electronics to Lucas Oil Stadium for a free recycling event and could score some Colts gear in the process. As a bonus, the first 400 cars that show up to drop off electronics will receive a free Colts hat, a reusable bag made from recyclable materials, and other giveaways. [Extracted from the article]

Lithium-ion batteries seem to be all we talk about and for good reason, as their inclusion in the waste and recycling streams has clearly had a negative effect on fires in our operations. In this article I will share the reality of this practice and how it affects the waste and recycling operators, both small and large. [Extracted from the article]

A new facility that will handle recycling Amazon's e-waste is set to open next year in Pennsylvania, creating up to 500 new jobs. Through it all, we seek to act in ways that respect the human rights of people throughout our supply chain", says the 2022 Amazon sustainability report "Building a Better Future Together.". [Extracted from the article]

Earlier this week the Baltimore County of Public Works and Transportation announced an expansion of Baltimore County's electronics recycling program. "This expansion reinforces our ongoing commitment to environmental health in Baltimore County and ensures that these complex waste products are kept out of our landfills and recycled responsibly and efficiently", said Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski. [Extracted from the article]

So, that begs the question: B With all the focus the waste and recycling industry has put into its fire prevention efforts, why are fire incidents in waste and recycling facilities still increasing? With all things being equal, I am proud of the waste and recycling industry. All fire departments and the LL&S fire brigade reported no injuries, no building damage, no monitoring wells issues and loss of only one day of operations. [Extracted from the article]

GOODYEAR, Ariz.- ERI, the nation's largest fully integrated IT and electronics asset disposition (ITAD) provider and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company, now maintains nine state-of-the-art, carbon neutral e-waste recycling facilities that feature SOC 2 Type I and II certification, including its newest location in Goodyear, Arizona, near Phoenix. Last month, ERI successfully completed the Service Organization Control (SOC) 2 Type II audit and received compliance certification, making ERI the first and only SOC 2 Types I and II certified ITAD & e-waste recycler in the industry. [Extracted from the article]

But even with all the work and investments in fire education and safety, fire incidents in the waste and recycling industry are still increasing. Just to be clear, I believe that since our industry's supply chain was invaded by lithium-ion batteries in 2018, the waste and recycling industry has become one of the most fire safety-conscious and fire forward-thinking industries. Of course, most businesses are not open for the public good and, like the waste and recycling industry, should be viewed the same way as a utility. [Extracted from the article]

The ultimate goal for Runde is to set up other recycling boxes in local businesses across the county, hoping to bring accessibility to those willing to recycle. Chris Runde, a Cape Henlopen High School senior, put up a cardboard box at the Broadkill Store that collects electronics designated for recycling. [Extracted from the article]

Electronics pose a huge issue for landfills if they're just thrown away, however, one Wisconsin city just recycled a huge amount of electronics at a recent event. When electronics sit in landfills, they not only take up a large amount of space, but they can also release harmful chemicals into the ground and water ways, making recycling e-waste very important. [Extracted from the article]

To help combat the ever-increasing issue of e-waste and the sheer number of batteries being thrown away today, the Department of Energy is funding electronic recycling in a big way. The funding will be split into several areas, including the DOE's Consumer Electronics Battery Recycling, Reprocessing and Battery Collection program. [Extracted from the article]

New York, NY -- ERI, the nation's largest fully integrated IT and electronics asset disposition provider and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company, announced today that it has successfully completed the Service Organization Control (SOC) 2 Type II audit and has received compliance certification, making ERI the first and only SOC 2 Types I and II certified ITAD & e-waste recycler in the industry. During a SOC 2 Type II audit, independent auditors carry out field work on a sample of days across the testing period to observe how controls are implemented and how consistently effective they are in keeping potential and existing customers' sensitive data safe, secure and fully protected. [Extracted from the article]

Last month, Democratic Gov. Wed Moore signed the environmental law, Statewide Recycling Needs Assessment and Producer Responsibility for Packing Materials, which calls for a report and analysis of where Maryland is as a state when it comes to recycling. A new law from Annapolis, Maryland is hoping to cut down the hundreds of tons of waste that are collected in Western Maryland by attempting to raise recycling rates through reports and analysis. [Extracted from the article]

According to the report, the total e-waste generated in Canada in the year 2000 was roughly 277,000 tons, and in the year 2020, Canada generated more than 1 million tons of e-waste. And Canada isn't the only one on the hook for the rise in e-waste as the total mass of global e-waste is rising yearly by a whopping 2.7 million tons. [Extracted from the article]

In this month's column, I highlight recent fire data as well as provide highlights from my education session on fire safety at WasteExpo 2023. Fogelman regularly speaks on the topic of the scope of fire problems facing the waste and recycling industries, early detection solutions, proper fire planning and early-stage fire risk mitigation. B Logan Miller, Regional Recycling Manager, Rumpke Waste & Recycling b Miller presented information on Rumpke's newest materials recovery facility (MRF), a $90 million facility being built in my backyard of Columbus, Ohio. [Extracted from the article]

According to Best Buy, the electronics retailer has already recycled 2.7 billion pounds of electronics and appliances to date, but the new program will allow Best Buy to continue this sustainability effort outside of its stores. Best Buy has just launched a new program that makes it easier for customers to recycle their old electronics. [Extracted from the article]

He co-founded and later sold a lucrative IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) company; has run reverse logistics operations; and done other work in the IT or end-of-life electronics space. During the pandemic the cost to responsibly recycle through companies in the ITAD/e-waste sector was largely offset by these companies seeing inflated values of secondary market product sales. The world is fascinated with technology, loving to buy, then replace it for what's new, which is driving spikes in e-waste and the need for good e-cyclers to responsibly handle a tough stream. [Extracted from the article]

Sciarrotta describes CRCs as the beginning of the hub and spoke model Shegerian referenced. But TIME CO2 also provides guidance around sustainability to help companies lower their own emissions. E-cycling is saddled by a laundry list of potential risks, and it's energy-intensive, challenging processors to run a safe, low-emissions operation while trying to get on top of a stream that inflates by 2.5 million tons each year, by estimates of the World Economic Forum. [Extracted from the article]

ERI is the largest fully integrated IT and electronics asset disposition provider and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company in the United States. GOODYEAR, Ariz.- ERI, the nation's largest fully integrated IT and electronics asset disposition (ITAD) provider and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company, now maintains nine state-of-the-art, carbon neutral e-waste recycling facilities that feature SOC 2 Type I certification and NAID AAA certification (a unique dual standard of responsible data security), including its newest location in Goodyear, Arizona, near Phoenix. [Extracted from the article]

GOODYEAR, Ariz.- ERI, the nation's largest fully integrated IT and electronics asset disposition (ITAD) provider and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company, now maintains nine state-of-the-art, carbon neutral e-waste recycling facilities, including its newest location in Goodyear, Arizona, near Phoenix. ERI is the largest fully integrated IT and electronics asset disposition provider and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company in the United States. [Extracted from the article]

TORONTO-- Call2Recycle Canada and Electronic Distributors International Inc. (EDI) are pleased to announce the launch of a new partnership to increase the sorting capacity of end-of-life batteries in Ontario. EDI was the first recycling company in Canada to incorporate all electric Avant loaders and heavy equipment to feed its processing system. [Extracted from the article]

GOODYEAR, Ariz.- ERI, the nation's largest fully integrated IT and electronics asset disposition (ITAD) provider and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company, announced today that due to steadily continued growth, it has opened a new recycling facility in Goodyear, Arizona (near Phoenix) marking the company's 13 SP th sp operational location and ninth full-scale recycling facility. Located at 215 N. 143 SP rd sp Avenue, the new facility will serve as a southwestern recycling operations hub for the ITAD and e-waste recycling leader. [Extracted from the article]

ERI has shown climate leadership that will inspire other companies to integrate quality climate action into their business." B New York, NY b - ERI,the nation's largest fully integrated IT and electronics asset disposition (ITAD) provider and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company,announced today that it is now100%carbon neutral for all of its operational emissions nationwide. [Extracted from the article]

Building on the success of our bid for RIOS™ and R2v3 certifications in Lancaster, we look forward to pursuing the R2v3 certification at our four other electronic recycling facilities." Clean Earth's Lancaster, TX, Facility Earns RIOS™ and R2v3 Certifications Clean Earth's Lancaster facility is the first Clean Earth facility to earn the R2v3 certification and one of the first among its competitors. [Extracted from the article]

This opportunity for local residents to safely and securely dispose of their unwanted electronics in an environmentally responsible way will take place on Saturday, January 7 SP th sp from 8:00 am - 12:00 noon at B All Metals Recycling at 1802 S. Park St., Madison, WI 53713. b All collected electronics from this special e-waste collection event will be processed by ERI for responsible recycling or refurbishment. MADISON, Wisc --Due to popular demand, All Metals Recycling has once again teamed with ERI, the nation's leading recycler of electronics and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company, to provide Madison, Wisconsin area residents with a convenient way to responsibly recycle unwanted consumer electronics. [Extracted from the article]

An update to state law requires manufacturers of electronics to provide free collection and recycling of electronics. With the start of a new year comes the beginning of a new e-waste program in the state of New York. [Extracted from the article]

Maryland Recycling Network (formerly the Maryland Recycling Coalition) has been around for over 30 years. B Waste360: Tell us about the year Maryland Recycling Network was founded and those first few years thereafter. b B Houstle b : The Maryland Recycling Network (MRN) formed in 1991 as the Maryland Recyclers Coalition (MRC) to collaborate on recycling issues in Maryland. He was first elected to the Maryland House of Delegates in 2006 and currently serves as Vice Chair of the Environment and Transportation Committee and Chair of the Environment Subcommittee where he has consistently worked with MRN to advance recycling legislation. [Extracted from the article]

About TechWaste Recycling Inc. TechWaste Recycling is a forward-thinking electronics recycling firm dedicated to providing organizations with responsible electronics recycling and IT asset disposal solutions that meet immediate and long-term corporate and environmental objectives. TechWaste Recycling announces the launch of TechWaste Recycling Scholarship Program. [Extracted from the article]

BOSTON-- Nth Cycle, the innovative metal processing and recycling technology company, announced today that it has begun commercial operations of its patented electro-extraction mining and refining technology. Nth Cycle's unique, modular electro-extraction technology supports refiners, miners and battery recyclers as an alternative or enhancement to older, emissions-intensive hydrometallurgical and pyrometallurgical processes. For more information, visit: https://nthcycle.com/careers/ B About Nth Cycle b Nth Cycle is a metal processing technology company that works with recyclers and miners. [Extracted from the article]

Conveyer belts were stopped after a facility worker saw what appeared to be a human leg. What is believed to be human remains were found at a recycling facility in The Bronx, New York on Wednesday, Aug. 31. [Extracted from the article]

ROCHESTER, N.Y.-- The REMADE Institute B , b a 154-member public-private partnership established by the United States Department of Energy (DOE) with an initial investment of $140 million, today announced a new technology license involving a technological innovation capable of recovering precious metals from used electronics more easily and cost-effectively. B About REMADE b Founded in 2017, REMADE is a 154-member public-private partnership established by the U.S. Department of Energy with an initial investment of $140 million, half of which is DOE funding and the other half of which is member cost-share. [Extracted from the article]

Unwrapping EPR for Packaging Over the past two decades, EPR legislation has been used primarily for toxic and hazardous products, or products that "are bulky or otherwise difficult to manage", Dimino said. She added, "that makes sense for you given the state of your infrastructure given the state of the programs here, but if you're looking at states like Connecticut and even in Maine, which is shown for electronic, but true also for EPR." On June 2, 2022, Colorado's extended producer responsibility (EPR) bill, HB 22-1355, was signed, setting forth the motion to improve the state's 15 percent recycling rate. [Extracted from the article]