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Our top stories from February 2021

Published: March 11, 2021
Updated: March 11, 2021
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News that reverse logistics firm OnePak would begin reporting a Carbon Offset Cost for each pickup drew attention last month. | Siwakorn1933/Shutterstock

Last month, readers took interest in articles covering metals markets, an ITAD carbon offset program and processors in multiple sectors.

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Certification Scorecard: March 11, 2021

Published: March 11, 2021
Updated: March 11, 2021
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Certification Scorecard: March 4, 2021

Published: March 4, 2021
Updated: March 4, 2021
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Certification Scorecard: Feb. 25, 2021

Published: February 25, 2021
Updated: February 25, 2021
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Certification Scorecard: Feb. 18, 2021

Published: February 18, 2021
Updated: February 18, 2021
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Certification Scorecard: Feb. 11, 2021

Published: February 11, 2021
Updated: February 11, 2021
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Our top stories from January 2021

Published: February 4, 2021
Updated: February 4, 2021
by Editorial Staff

News that a California recycling commission endorsed right-to-repair legislation was of interest last month. | PK Studio/Shutterstock

Last month, readers were drawn to articles about a large CRT lawsuit settlement and right-to-repair legislation, among other topics.
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Certification Scorecard: Feb. 4, 2021

Published: February 4, 2021
Updated: February 4, 2021
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Certification Scorecard: Jan. 28, 2021

Published: January 28, 2021
Updated: January 28, 2021
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Certification Scorecard: Jan. 21, 2021

Published: January 21, 2021
Updated: January 21, 2021
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The latest e-scrap industry news

Top stories from March 2025
Tariff policy developments, a processor’s e-Stewards suspension, coverage of the RLA 2025 show and market growth from data centers and AI drew top reader interest last month.
Policy update: EPR, right to repair and more
This year has been a busy one for policy concerning e-scrap and electronics, with several dozen bills filed in states across the country.
Nashville’s S3 acquires assets of local electronics recycler
A Tennessee-based ITAD firm has acquired the assets of a nearby nonprofit that recently shut its doors following a five-year run.
Citing Basel, Illinois processor launches e-plastics line
North American e-scrap processor Com2 began processing e-plastics in-house at the beginning of the year after global regulations on material movement challenged longstanding export pathways.
e-Stewards, Bloom release electronics ESG calculator
E-scrap certification program e-Stewards endorsed an environmental benefits calculator from Bloom ESG, a London-based advisory firm, that can be used to quantify avoided carbon emissions and other benefits of e-scrap recycling and reuse.
High costs, lack of buyers stall Camston Wrather bankruptcy
The trustee overseeing circuit board processor Camston Wrather’s bankruptcy has asked the court to dismiss the case altogether, saying that no buyers are interested in a full-facility sale, cash reserves are drying up fast, and parting it out for specific equipment sales will not provide meaningful recovery for creditors.
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.