An Upper Midwest company that handles e-scrap and hazardous waste has opened a new facility in the Minneapolis area. Green Bay, Wis.-based Logistics Recycling Inc. (LRI) announced the opening of the 28,000-square-foot plant in Somerset, Wis., which is just over … Continue Reading→ The post Processor expands with Twin Cities-area [...]
COVID-19 caused global consumption of electronics and electrical appliances to fall by about 6.4%, which likely means the planet will witness a dip in e-scrap generation, according to new report estimates. The United Nations University (UNU) Sustainable Cycles programme (SCYCLE) … Continue Reading→ The post UN research digs into e-scrap [...]
Here’s a look at which processing facilities have recently attained or renewed their data destruction and recycling industry certifications. Continue Reading→ The post Certification Scorecard: June 24, 2021 appeared first on E-Scrap News.
Chinese used device sales platform ATRenew will be listed on the New York Stock Exchange. Nonprofit processor Human-I-T launched a campaign to refurbish and distribute 1,000 laptops to Detroit residents by October. Battery recycling firm Retriev Technologies announced it shipped … Continue Reading→ The post News from ATRenew, Retriev Technologies [...]
This article originally appeared in the Winter 2021 issue of E-Scrap News. Subscribe today for access to all print content. Over the last two decades, large solar arrays have become an increasingly common sight in landscapes across North America and around … Continue Reading→ The post Panel discussion appeared first on [...]
If your household or business is similar to many other U.S. households and businesses, you probably have at least one unwanted flat-panel or cathode-ray tube (CRT) computer monitor sitting around in your basement or storage room. Maybe you don’t know how to dispose of it. You know your garbage service [...]
Cascade Asset Management has opened a facility in Orlando, Fla., allowing the company to better serve clients in the Sunshine State. The Madison, Wis.-headquartered company on June 17 announced the opening of the nearly 16,000-square-foot facility. It’s the third location … Continue Reading→ The post Midwest processor opens location in [...]
The New York State Senate this month voted in favor of legislation providing public access to electronic device repair tools and resources. A tight legislative timeline meant it didn’t advance further, but repair advocates called it a milestone achievement. New … Continue Reading→ The post Right-to-repair bill clears floor vote [...]
Mobile device collector and resale firm ecoATM Gazelle has raised $75 million to roll out its automated kiosks in more locations around the world. The San Diego-headquartered company uses kiosks to buy used mobile devices from the public – or … Continue Reading→ The post Global phone reseller raises millions [...]
The World Health Organization recently examined the health risks associated with informal e-scrap processing, particularly the dangers for children and expecting mothers. The report calls for “binding action” by e-scrap exporters and other stakeholders to ensure proper management. WHO on … Continue Reading→ The post Informal e-scrap sector poses a [...]
