E-Scrap News : ERI and ReElement partner on rare earth magnet recovery

[[{“value”:” ERI will supply end-of-life magnet materials to feed ReElement’s Indiana operations. | Courtesy ERI Electronic Recyclers International has agreed to supply ReElement Technologies with end-of-life magnet materials for rare earth oxide refining, the companies announced. Under the arrangement, ERI will aggregate and pre-process magnet-bearing materials from its eight US processing facilities and deliver feedstock […]

E-Scrap Archives – Resource Recycling : ERI and ReElement partner on rare earth magnet recovery

ERI will supply end-of-life magnet materials to feed ReElement’s Indiana operations. | Courtesy ERI Electronic Recyclers International has agreed to supply ReElement Technologies with end-of-life magnet materials for rare earth oxide refining, the companies announced. Under the arrangement, ERI will aggregate and pre-process magnet-bearing materials from its eight US processing facilities and deliver feedstock to […]

E-Scrap Archives – Resource Recycling : ERI and ReElement partner on rare earth magnet recovery

[[{“value”:” ERI will supply end-of-life magnet materials to feed ReElement’s Indiana operations. | Courtesy ERI Electronic Recyclers International has agreed to supply ReElement Technologies with end-of-life magnet materials for rare earth oxide refining, the companies announced. Under the arrangement, ERI will aggregate and pre-process magnet-bearing materials from its eight US processing facilities and deliver feedstock […]

E-Scrap News : Cyber risks confront ITAD work, contracts, coverage

[[{“value”:” Insurance experts at the E-Scrap Conference warned that weak contracts, loose custody and basic cyber gaps leave data exposed long after devices leave service. | Photo by Big Wave Productions Data risk does not end when a device is unplugged or loaded onto a truck, and the confusing middle ground between office closet and […]

E-Scrap News : The Re:Source Podcast Episode 1: E-Scrap look-back and 2026 outlook

[[{“value”:” The Re:Source Podcast Episode 1: E-Scrap look-back and 2026 outlook Welcome to The Re:Source, a podcast for insights, strategies and stories from the world of materials management, recycling and the circular economy. Continue Reading→ The post The Re:Source Podcast Episode 1: E-Scrap look-back and 2026 outlook appeared first on E-Scrap News. “}]]  Source: Read […]

E-Scrap Archives – Resource Recycling : The Re:Source Podcast Episode 1: E-Scrap look-back and 2026 outlook

[[{“value”:” In this first episode of The Re:Source, Chris Kaasmann, Greenchip’s vice president of compliance, and Jeff Gloyd of Gloyd Recycling Solutions discuss E-Scrap Conference 2025 and industry trends for 2026. Welcome to The Re:Source, a podcast for insights, strategies and stories from the world of materials management, recycling and the circular economy. Each episode […]

E-Scrap News : Analysis: EU softens ESG rules as compliance pressure builds for US

[[{“value”:” Analysis: EU softens ESG rules as compliance pressure builds for US The European Union’s sustainability agenda remains the most far-reaching globally, but as of late 2025 it has entered a phase of recalibration and political compromise.  Continue Reading→ The post Analysis: EU softens ESG rules as compliance pressure builds for US appeared first on […]

E-Scrap Archives – Resource Recycling : Analysis: EU softens ESG rules as compliance pressure builds for US

[[{“value”:” In the US, ESG remains politically charged, but internationally it is a condition of doing business. | Sasirin Pamai / Shutterstock The European Union’s sustainability agenda remains the most far-reaching globally, but as of late 2025 it has entered a phase of recalibration and political compromise.  Responding to pressure from industry groups, foreign governments […]

E-Scrap News : Sector holds wide gaps in environmental standards

[[{“value”:” Sector holds wide gaps in environmental standards A recent investigation by the Basel Action Network has renewed questions about environmental accountability throughout the electronics lifecycle. Continue Reading→ The post Sector holds wide gaps in environmental standards appeared first on E-Scrap News. “}]]  Source: Read More 

E-Scrap Archives – Resource Recycling : Sector holds wide gaps in environmental standards

A new EPA settlement with Apple shows major global companies are not immune from compliance failures. | Mehaniq / Shutterstock A recent investigation by the Basel Action Network has renewed questions about environmental accountability throughout the electronics lifecycle. In October, BAN identified several US-based ITAD companies sending used electronics to countries where import rules restrict […]

E-Scrap Archives – Resource Recycling : Sector holds wide gaps in environmental standards

[[{“value”:” A new EPA settlement with Apple shows major global companies are not immune from compliance failures. | Mehaniq / Shutterstock A recent investigation by the Basel Action Network has renewed questions about environmental accountability throughout the electronics lifecycle. In October, BAN identified several US-based ITAD companies sending used electronics to countries where import rules […]

E-Scrap News : From crawl to run: a clear roadmap for ITAD ESG

[[{“value”:” From crawl to run: a clear roadmap for ITAD ESG In a workshop at this year’s E-Scrap Conference in Grapevine, Texas, e-Stewards and Bloom ESG walked IT asset disposition operators through the basics of ESG reporting, greenhouse gas accounting and avoided emissions, then showed how a pair of software tools can turn that data […]

E-Scrap Archives – Resource Recycling : From crawl to run: a clear roadmap for ITAD ESG

[[{“value”:” At the E-Scrap Conference, e-Stewards and Bloom ESG urged ITAD companies to start ESG reporting now, track carbon metrics and use new tools to show avoided emissions. | Big Wave Productions In a workshop at this year’s E-Scrap Conference in Grapevine, Texas, e-Stewards and Bloom ESG walked IT asset disposition operators through the basics […]

E-Scrap News : New entrepreneurs bring renewed energy to e-cycling

[[{“value”:” New entrepreneurs bring renewed energy to e-cycling A wave of new entrepreneurship is helping rejuvenate electronics end-of-life management, as highlighted at a workshop during the 2025 E-Scrap Conference in Grapevine, Texas.  Continue Reading→ The post New entrepreneurs bring renewed energy to e-cycling appeared first on E-Scrap News. “}]]  Source: Read More 

E-Scrap Archives – Resource Recycling : New entrepreneurs bring renewed energy to e-cycling

A surge of young electronics-recycling firms is reshaping ITAD, bringing AI, robotics and data tools that push the sector beyond logistics toward more strategic, compliance-driven work. | Damrong Rattanapong / Shutterstock A wave of new entrepreneurship is helping rejuvenate electronics end-of-life management, as highlighted at a workshop during the 2025 E-Scrap Conference in Grapevine, Texas.  […]

E-Scrap Archives – Resource Recycling : New entrepreneurs bring renewed energy to e-cycling

[[{“value”:” A surge of young electronics-recycling firms is reshaping ITAD, bringing AI, robotics and data tools that push the sector beyond logistics toward more strategic, compliance-driven work. | Damrong Rattanapong / Shutterstock A wave of new entrepreneurship is helping rejuvenate electronics end-of-life management, as highlighted at a workshop during the 2025 E-Scrap Conference in Grapevine, […]

E-Scrap News : News from MKV Polymers, Metallium Ltd. and more

[[{“value”:” News from MKV Polymers, Metallium Ltd. and more MKV Polymers, a subsidiary of Germany-based industrial plastics recycler and compounder MKV, is opening a North American arm in Akron, Ohio. Metallium Ltd. has established a Western heavy-rare-earth refining pathway through a collaboration with New Frontier Minerals, Ltd. PayMore brand’s … Continue Reading→ The post News […]

E-Scrap News : Certification Scorecard for November 19, 2025

[[{“value”:” Certification Scorecard for November 19, 2025 The following are facilities that have achieved, renewed or otherwise regained R2 certification recently: BlueSky Solutions of Charlotte, North Carolina Chicago Surplus Computers, Division of Comptech Recycling & Trading of Lombard, Illinois Computer Recyclers USA of Suwanee, Georgia Ecos Recycling … Continue Reading→ The post Certification Scorecard for […]

E-Scrap News : Analysis: Q3 earnings confirm new industry priorities

[[{“value”:” Analysis: Q3 earnings confirm new industry priorities This fall’s third-quarter results from tech and lifecycle companies are confirmation that the industry may be experiencing a turning point.  Continue Reading→ The post Analysis: Q3 earnings confirm new industry priorities appeared first on E-Scrap News. “}]]  Source: Read More 

E-Scrap News : Iron Mountain raises ITAD guidance on strong growth

[[{“value”:” Iron Mountain raises ITAD guidance on strong growth Data management heavyweight Iron Mountain cited growth in its asset lifecycle management (ALM) and other services for its record revenue in the third quarter. Continue Reading→ The post Iron Mountain raises ITAD guidance on strong growth appeared first on E-Scrap News. “}]]  Source: Read More 

E-Scrap Archives – Resource Recycling : Iron Mountain raises ITAD guidance on strong growth

The New Hampshire-based company continues to include asset lifecycle management among its key drivers for reaching record revenue levels. | Bandersnatch / Shutterstock Data management heavyweight Iron Mountain cited growth in its asset lifecycle management (ALM) and other services for its record revenue in the third quarter.  The company reported total Q3 revenue of $1.8 […]

E-Scrap Archives – Resource Recycling : Iron Mountain raises ITAD guidance on strong growth

[[{“value”:” The New Hampshire-based company continues to include asset lifecycle management among its key drivers for reaching record revenue levels. | Bandersnatch / Shutterstock Data management heavyweight Iron Mountain cited growth in its asset lifecycle management (ALM) and other services for its record revenue in the third quarter.  The company reported total Q3 revenue of […]

E-Scrap News : ERCC outlines shift toward convenience benchmarks

[[{“value”:” ERCC outlines shift toward convenience benchmarks State and industry leaders at the 2025 E-Scrap Conference signaled growing support for moving electronics recycling programs away from weight-based targets and toward practical convenience standards, reflecting aging state laws, lighter devices and uneven access across large regions. Continue Reading→ The post ERCC outlines shift toward convenience benchmarks […]

E-Scrap Archives – Resource Recycling : ERCC outlines shift toward convenience benchmarks

At the Electronics Recycling Coordination Clearinghouse workshop, state and industry voices backed a shift from weight targets to practical convenience rules, with Oregon’s 2026 dual PRO model emerging as a key test statewide. | Photo by Big Wave Productions State and industry leaders at the 2025 E-Scrap Conference signaled growing support for moving electronics recycling […]

E-Scrap Archives – Resource Recycling : ERCC outlines shift toward convenience benchmarks

[[{“value”:” At the Electronics Recycling Coordination Clearinghouse workshop, state and industry voices backed a shift from weight targets to practical convenience rules, with Oregon’s 2026 dual PRO model emerging as a key test statewide. | Photo by Big Wave Productions State and industry leaders at the 2025 E-Scrap Conference signaled growing support for moving electronics […]

E-Scrap News : News from US EPA, US Strategic Metals and more

[[{“value”:” The US EPA selected American Battery Technology Company (ABTC) to recycle batteries recovered from the largest US lithium-ion battery cleanup. EACR expanded its commercial electronics recycling and solar panel collection throughout Maryland.  US Strategic Metals has signed a memorandum of understanding with Ionic Rare Earths Limited, including development of rare earths production from recycling […]

E-Scrap News : Certification Scorecard for November 12, 2025

[[{“value”:” The following are facilities that have achieved, renewed or otherwise regained R2 certification recently: ITAD Logic of Neenah, Wisconsin Leo Electronics of Markham, Ontario Open Source Cellular of Dallas, Texas PCs For People of Denver, Colorado Quantum Lifecycle Partners of Richmond Hill, Ontario Secondlifephones Corporation of Inglewood, California Secure Ewaste Management of Chino, California […]

E-Scrap News : Redwood secures $350 million to expand recycling, storage

[[{“value”:” Redwood Materials raised $350 million led by Eclipse Ventures and Nvidia’s NVentures to expand battery recycling, energy storage and domestic material recovery. | Photo courtesy Redwood Materials Battery recycling and energy storage firm Redwood Materials has raised $350 million in new funding led by Eclipse Ventures, with participation from Nvidia’s investment arm NVentures and […]

E-Scrap News : CMR, Paladin form REcapture to expand rare earth recovery

[[{“value”:” Critical Materials Recycling and Paladin EnviroTech have launched REcapture, a joint venture focused on recovering rare earths from electronics and industrial waste. | Gorodenkoff / Shutterstock Critical Materials Recycling and Paladin EnviroTech have announced the creation of a joint venture called REcapture, aimed at capturing and recycling rare earth elements from consumer, automotive and […]

E-Scrap News : Earnings results point to active IT hardware lifecycles

[[{“value”:” Earnings from Microsoft, Apple and Amazon show robust demand for cloud and AI hardware, signaling steady IT refresh cycles and growing feedstock for recycling firms. | MMD Creative / Shutterstock Earnings season is in full swing and the latest results from Microsoft, Apple and Amazon show that the global technology hardware cycle remains extremely […]

E-Scrap News : Texas students turn old tech and e-scrap into art 

[[{“value”:” UT Dallas students in S. V. Randall’s program turned donated e-scrap from HOBI International into sculptures at E-Scrap 2025, exploring reuse, scrap and renewal. | Photo by Big Wave Productions At the E-Scrap Conference in Grapevine, Texas, a small exhibit drew steady foot traffic and long pauses as students turned retired keyboards, cables and […]

E-Scrap News : Certification Scorecard for November 5, 2025

[[{“value”:” The following are facilities that have achieved, renewed or otherwise regained R2 certification recently: A Better Way Computer Recycling of Glen Burnie, Maryland Antr Electronic Co. of Kowloon, China AO Itad Services dba Spark Recycle of Northbrook, Illinois Apto Solutions of Atlanta, Georgia Attero Recycling of Roorkee, India B&K Technology Solutions dba Advanced Technology […]

E-Scrap News : News from CP Group, Cisek Inspections and more

[[{“value”:” China suspended controls on exports of rare earth elements and other critical minerals, as part of a trade agreement with the US.  CP Group and Cisek Inspections are partnering to remove hazardous materials from recycling streams.  The US DOE’s Advanced Research Projects Agency-Energy awarded nearly $25 million for 10 projects to develop technologies that […]

E-Scrap News : Top 5 stories from October 2025

[[{“value”:” A Basel Action Network study links US e-scrap brokers to large exports into Asia and urges regulators, auditors and lawmakers to close oversight gaps. | Nattanan726/Shutterstock A two-year study urging scrutiny of e-scrap exports to Southeast Asia drew reader interest in October, as well as an ITAD firm’s consolidation, M&A’s effect on the industry, […]

E-Scrap News : Analysis: Windows 10 sunset to drive ‘urban mining’

[[{“value”:” After extended service phases out in 2027-2028, retired laptops will help drive recovery of copper, aluminum and other metals. | Photo by Ivan Hafizov These past few weekends, I found myself scrolling through Amazon’s refurbished‑laptop listings—a habit I use to gauge what’s moving through the secondary market. Page after page told the same story: […]

E-Scrap News : SERI works to restore faith in certifications

[[{“value”:” Following a report urging deeper scrutiny of e-scrap exporters, the organization previewed its full-year report to help improve confidence in the R2 process. | Ibrahim Alkan/Shutterstock Ahead of the release of a full year-end report, SERI provided a preview of the outcomes from its Assurance activities in 2025.  The information release was part of […]

E-Scrap News : E-Scrap Conference 2025 ignites industry momentum

[[{“value”:” Industry experts noted that policy initiatives and certification standards are propelling the sector forward despite loopholes and challenges. | Photo by Big Wave Productions The opening plenary at the E-Scrap Conference in Grapevine, Texas set out five forces that are reshaping electronics recovery: rapid device change, battery risk, compliance pressure, policy updates and AI-driven […]

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