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A recent Senate hearing featured discussion around e-scrap metals recovery. | Rob Crandall/Shutterstock
A recent hearing in the U.S. Senate explored the opportunities and barriers in recovering rare earths and other essential components for the next generation of American manufacturing.
Oregon state e-scrap program leaders shared their 2023 collection targets during a recent webinar. | JPL Designs/Shutterstock
E-scrap collections have trended sharply downward for the past several years, but there is reason to believe the weight entering Oregon’s program may slightly increase next year, state officials explained.
Grover has now reached a valuation over $1 billion. | TippaPatt/Shutterstock
Device-leasing company Grover has raised another $330 million, following its recent expansion to the U.S.
The Mitsubishi Electric America Foundation (MEAF) has provided $75,000 to fund the e-Stewards ADVANCE+ program for 2022. | Courtesy of e-Stewards
A $75,000 grant will extend an e-Stewards program that helps electronics recycling and reuse companies hire adults with autism and other disabilities.
The author makes the case that restricting exports of scrap electronic devices would safeguard U.S. interests and protect informal recycling workers abroad.
Sage Sustainable Electronics facility in Reno, Nev. |
Courtesy of Sage
Dell has expanded its geographic coverage for the company’s ITAD services to Canada, Europe, the Middle East, Africa and Asia. | Casper Meyhoff/Shutterstock
Electronics manufacturer Dell is now offering its ITAD services in an additional 35 countries outside the U.S.
The author argues that the e-scrap exports prohibition being considered by Congress protects OEM profits by squeezing off feedstock for legitimate overseas repair and refurbishment. | Sutthisak Tasri/Shutterstock