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Details from the Morgan Stanley data loss case, a Midwest CRT cleanup, a federal e-scrap sorting technology and other articles drew our readers’ clicks last month.

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Certification Scorecard: Oct. 7, 2021

Published: October 7, 2021
Updated: October 7, 2021
by Editorial Staff

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Certification Scorecard: Sept. 30, 2021

Published: September 30, 2021
Updated: September 30, 2021
by Editorial Staff

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News from Global Electronics Council, Northwestern University and more

Published: September 29, 2021
Updated: September 29, 2021
by Editorial Staff

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Certification Scorecard: Sept. 23, 2021

Published: September 23, 2021
Updated: September 23, 2021
by Editorial Staff

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The latest e-scrap industry news

AI-enabled phones could accelerate upgrades: Report
With nearly one-third of U.S. consumers expecting to own a phone compatible with artificial intelligence by mid-2025, users could start upgrading phones at a faster pace, according to the most recent industry trend report from insurance and extended warranty provider Assurant.
E-scrap facility fires increase substantially in 2024
There were 14 publicly reported fires at North American electronics recycling facilities in 2024, representing a 56% increase over the prior year, according to an annual review by fire detection equipment supplier Fire Rover. It’s the highest yearly figure since the company began tracking fire statistics.
E-scrap industry visits Capitol during fly-in
Members of the Recycled Materials Association’s electronics division were on-site for the group’s recent Capitol Hill visit, where they told lawmakers how tariffs will affect electronics recovery and emphasized the importance of priority legislation.
Federal fine leads to temporary URT e-Stewards suspension
ITAD and cathode ray tube device processor Universal Recycling Technologies announced that its e-Stewards certification will be suspended for 30 days, following an OSHA fine over worker exposure to lead and cadmium.
Traceability tools add recycled material trust
The increasing adoption of post-consumer resin is set against a backdrop of growing public mistrust and a frequent lack of clarity, but emerging traceability tools can provide transparency to build trust with consumers as well as supply chain partners.
Wisconsin prepares for E-Cycle rulemaking
Wisconsin’s Department of Natural Resources is preparing for rulemaking on its state e-scrap recycling program in response to legislative changes last year.
Dynamic opens Tennessee ITAD facility
Dynamic Lifecycle Innovations added 74,000 square feet of space and with its latest facility in Tennessee.