A Review of 2023/2024 E-Waste Regulatory and Law Changes
As 2023 came to an end, many laws related to electronics and battery recycling passed. Solar panel recycling gained traction. Going into 2024, what regulatory and law changes have passed, and what will be important to know about e-waste laws and regulations?
The Lifecycle of Servers: Knowing When and How to Decommission
Servers are the computer hardware and software components that make up a client-server model for a business or organization. You have the server and all the different workstations or devices in an office that connect to it through the network. Servers can:
E-Waste and Health: Addressing the Human Impact of Improper Disposal
In 2020, the EPA released the results of its study on municipal solid waste (MSW). Americans had generated around 292 million tons of MSW. Of that amount:
Why Proper E-Waste Data Destruction is Crucial for Businesses: Legal and Ethical Implications
Smartphones, tablets, and computers are some of the common types of e-waste, and most contain rechargeable lithium-ion batteries. They need to be carefully recycled, starting with data destruction.
Government Regulations and Their Impact on Lithium-Ion Battery Recycling
Government regulations help make it easier than ever to recycle these batteries. Learn more about the laws in the U.S. and many states regarding lithium-ion battery recycling.
Salvation Army and LG Team with ERI to Offer Free E-Waste Recycling Event to Milwaukee Residents
MILWAUKEE, October 31, 2023–(BUSINESS WIRE)–The Salvation Army has teamed with consumer electronics leader LG Electronics USA, and ERI, the nation’s leading recycler of electronics and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company, to provide Milwaukee residents with a convenient way to responsibly recycle unwanted consumer electronics. It’s happening at a special free e-waste collection event where all collected electronics will be collected […]
National Versus Local Electronics Recyclers: Which Should I Choose?
Many households have around one in six electronic devices or appliances lying unused in storage areas, leading to clutter and environmental concerns. Proper recycling through certified programs like e-Stewards, NAID, and R2, offered by companies like ERI, ensures secure and eco-friendly disposal, safeguarding both the environment and personal data.
ERI’s John Shegerian Shares Circular Economy Insights at VERGE23
John Shegerian, Chairman and CEO of ERI, was a featured speaker today on a circular economy panel at the VERGE23 conference in San Jose.
Data Destruction and Customer Trust: Building Stronger Relationships Through Security
Emphasizing the critical importance of data security, offering the FTC’s five-step plan, and advocating for certified ITAD providers like ERI to maintain customer trust through secure data handling and compliance.
ERI’s Carol DeBellis Describes the Role of ESG in Company Culture at the CHRO/CLO Summit
Expert presentations and best practices were shared by professionals responsible for managing and optimizing the workforce within their organizations, which includes attracting and retaining top talent, developing employee skills and capabilities, and ensuring a positive and inclusive work environment.