The Growing Threat of Data Leaks From Secondary Device Markets
The secondary device market is essential to a circular economy. It provides people with a way to sell or trade used or refurbished tech. Used devices have a lower price tag, making them affordable for those who cannot buy new ones. However, used tech may contain private information that poses incredible harm to an individual […]
John Shegerian Featured In Forbes Interview On Circularity In 2026 & Beyond
The circular economy, with its emphasis on the recycling, reuse and regeneration of materials, has been a key concept in sustainability circles for many years.But 2025 was not the breakthrough year for the circular economy in the way some campaigners hoped it might be, particularly after talks to establish a legally-binding international agreement to tackle plastic […]
How Environmental Regulations Are Shaping the Future of Data Center Recycling
A typical data center has several data storage devices, computer services, and a variety of networking equipment, such as routers and switches. As of 2023, U.S. data center energy use neared 176 terawatt-hours. It accounted for close to 4.4% of the energy used in the U.S. It’s expected that this number will reach 12% in […]
The Role of IT Asset Management in Building a Circular IT Economy
The average person discards 47 pounds of electronic waste every year in the U.S., which translates to approximately 500 pounds of e-waste every second. Estimates are that only 25% of electronics are recycled correctly. Low recycling rates are concerning for a multitude of reasons.While recycling rates remain low, the electronics manufacturing industry continues to grow. […]
The Hidden Risks and Costs of Retaining Legacy Technology
A company I know of uses a lot of the same technology that was installed in the 1960s when the plant opened. The company’s owner would rather spend time and resources trying to find tool and die specialists, electricians, and engineers who can keep the equipment going with quick fixes and patches that go back […]
80 Best Recycling Blogs and Websites in 2025 (Waste Management)
ERI and RecycleNation are proud to be included in FeedSpot’s 80 Best Recycling Blogs you should read and follow in 2025. Here are the top 30 ranked recycling blogs, but follow the link to read the full article and see the complete list.1. Earth 911Blog https://earth911.com/ Earth911 believes humans can successfully reduce their impact by using […]
Why Compliance Documentation Matters in Electronic Recycling
Electronic waste (e-waste for short) is a growing problem for businesses and individuals. In the 2024 “Global E-Waste Monitor,” it’s reported that 62 billion kilograms (around 136.687 billion pounds) of e-waste are generated around the world. It’s a lot.More concerning is that only about 22% of that e-waste is collected and recycled correctly. The rest […]
IT Asset Redeployment vs. Recycling: Which Option Is Better for Your Organization?
When your IT assets are no longer necessary or stop working, you are often faced with the option of recycling or redeploying them. On average, computers replace desktops every three to five years. Laptops are often replaced every three or four years. Servers usually get replaced every three to five years and upgraded every five […]
How Recycling Old Tech Helps Companies and Consumers Hit Sustainability Goals
The United Nations Institute for Training and Research (UNITAR) found that the amount of e-waste generated between 2010 and 2022 increased by 82%. Over the next five years, it’s expected to rise another 32%, to a staggering 90.3 tons. To make the technology that the world depends on, rare earth elements are necessary. Currently, only 1% […]
Why Data Security Must Be at the Heart of Responsible E-Waste Recycling
When it comes to the responsible recycling of old or unwanted electronic devices, it is of course a priority to keep the devices (and the toxic materials they contain) out of landfills, for environmental and sustainability reasons. Thanks to the increasing ubiquity of the “Internet of Things,” it is equally critical to be cognizant of the […]