What Certifications Should I Look For In An E-waste Vendor?
There are a number of different e-waste vendors out there, so which should you do business with? One way to narrow down your options is to look for e-waste vendors that have been certified by independent third party auditors and organizations. Here are the certifications that you should look for in an e-waste vendor:Responsible Recycling […]
Why Is E-waste Being Shipped To Developing Countries?
The Basel Convention is an international treaty that prohibits developed countries from transporting various types of hazardous waste, including e-waste, to less developed countries. The United States is the only developed country that has not ratified this treaty, which means it does not have to abide by its rules and regulations.According to a study published […]
Big Lots Forced to Pay Millions of Dollars For Improperly Handling E-Waste
Earlier this year, Dollar General announced that their parent company, Dolgen California, was ordered to pay over $1 million in damages for improperly handling e-waste and other hazardous materials. Prosecutors accused Dolgen California of improperly handling and disposing of corrosive waste, batteries, aerosol cans, and other types of hazardous materials. Several weeks ago, the nationwide […]
5 Questions to Immediately Ask Your E-waste Recycler
Have you spoken with your e-waste recycler lately? Do you know where your e-waste goes after collection? Is your electronic information secure even after you’ve sent your device for recycling? Chances are, there are important questions you need to ask your e-waste recycler.Each recycler is different, with a variety of policies procedures and benefits. When […]
Why You Should Hire a NAID-Certified Recycler
Like never before, data security is an issue that stands at the forefront of the business world. Recent spikes in data theft, illegal hacking and more have caused company decision-makers to take major cautionary steps to make data security a top priority.In the world of electronic recycling, data security is also a major issue. Many […]
Where Does E-waste Really End Up?
Throwing something away doesn’t mean it’s gone forever—so where does e-waste really go after you dispose of it? The answer depends on how you dispose of it. Here are some places your e-waste could end up:LandfillsThrowing an electronic device in your trash can may be the easiest way to dispose of it, but it’s not […]
Study Shows Personal Identifiable Information Found on Resold Electronics
What do you do with your old electronic devices? Because electronic waste can be hazardous when sent to landfills, it’s strongly recommended that you recycle your electronics instead. However, your personal information may be at risk if you don’t take precautions to protect it before disposing of these devices.The National Association for Information Destruction (NAID) […]
5 Industries Benefiting from E-waste Recovery
The use of recovered electronics parts in newer devices is not a new practice, but several industries are capitalizing on it in ways conducive to solving the e-waste crisis. With e-waste looming large as one of the biggest contributors to environmental pollution and health issues around the world, finding ways to recycle and recover what […]
Curbing the Rise of Illegal E-waste Dumping
Last year, Comcast paid $26 million for illegal e-waste dumping in California. In 2014, AT&T was hit with a $50 million settlement fee for illegal dumping, also in California. Is the illegal dumping of e-waste a trend on the rise? If so, what’s causing it?What Makes Dumping E-waste Illegal?First, it’s important to understand what makes […]
5 Things You Should Know About Planned Obsolescence
Planned, or built-in, obsolescence may be extremely appealing to electronics manufacturers. It’s a way to ensure that demand for the devices they manufacture stays viable. With planned obsolescence, producers design their devices with built-in end-of-life scenarios. If you happen to purchase a mobile phone that’s designed to break down or even shut off completely after […]