Editor’s note: Electronics recycling will be featured in sessions at the 2026 E-Scrap: The Longevity Conference Oct. 26-28 in New Orleans. ITAD has evolved quite a bit over the couple decades it’s been recognized as a full-blown industry. But what exactly it looks like depends just as much on where you’re located as what you do. Industry leaders from around...

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The technology developed in Australia, which converts discarded plastic into 3D printer filament, is ready for possible wider use.

The state comptroller found inaccuracies and omissions have made it impossible to accurately report how much material is recycled statewide.

The PMMI report found more planning and communication could help players across the value chain account for parts and devices that are becoming useless more quickly.

A report from QY Research found that market growth will likely be fueled by increased demand for recycled plastic, which should also be more available as more items reach their end of life.

As the data center boom continues, ITAD experts advise companies to prepare for the resulting wave of decommissioned material.

The new platform will allow companies to have their plastics assessed for recyclability and compliance with EPR-related regulations.

ndustry insiders say attracting new talent will require educating would-be employees about the benefits and skills needed in the field.

Industry leaders speaking at the ITAD Summit said companies can create their own space in the market by capitalizing upon the need to retrieve more critical minerals from used electronics.