e-Stewards made a 50% first-year discount, introduced last year, permanent. The organization also announced a certification standard specifically for ITAD refurbishers.
The European Council adopted regulations that require batteries to be more recyclable.
Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek signed into law an e-scrap recycling program modernization bill.
Germany-based Wieland acquired Farmers Copper for an undisclosed amount. Last year it also acquired Totall Metal Recycling.
