Certification program e-Stewards is proposing to add Sanctioned Interpretations 4.1-Part B, which allows RIOS as another acceptable pre-requisite environmental management system (EMS) standard.
As the e-scrap and ITAD industry plunges into 2022, it can be useful to set the stage with a look at the biggest trends and developments of the past 12 months.
As COVID-19 took hold and e-scrap collection opportunities were canceled, the public began trashing a lot more of their electronics in Washington state, according to recently reported figures.
Responding to recent criticism of certifications generally, e-Stewards leadership argues standards have evolved to be more user friendly and are prepared to address a rapidly changing industry.
ERI recycled 113.7 million pounds of scrap electronics and resold 4.3 million pounds of used devices in 2020, the company recently disclosed. It's the first time the processor has released these figures.
California's attorney general and several district attorneys this week filed suit against Walmart, alleging the major retailer routinely improperly disposes of e-scrap and other hazardous waste. The company told E-Scrap News the state's demands go beyond what's required by law.
Equipment supplier RoboVent recently increased the scope of uses for its dust collector products. The company released the Senturion product line, which it describes as the "most versatile dust collector in the industry."
Used device marketplace Back Market launched its GoPro Store, featuring products that have been refurbished by GoPro.The California Department of Toxic Substances Control announced