The author makes the case that restricting exports of scrap electronic devices would safeguard U.S. interests and protect informal recycling workers abroad.
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. |
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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
Samsung will now offer genuine device parts, repair tools and step-by-step guides for Galaxy phones. | Leszek Kobusinski/Shutterstock
Global smartphone maker Samsung will now enable customers with Galaxy devices to repair the items themselves, using tools and parts from the company.
News that some of the technology world’s big names are funding an electronics collection effort in Denver was of interest to readers last month. | Arina P Habich/Shutterstock
A Denver doorstep collection program, accusations of accounting impropriety, military-funded e-scrap research and more drew our readers’ attention last month.
The leader of ATRenew says forward-looking businesses focused on used electronics management can help guide global environmental progress. | Y Photo Studio/Shutterstock
Battery processor Li-Cycle faced accusations from a short seller that it uses deceptive accounting practices. | Mehaniq/Shutterstock
Publicly traded battery recycling company Li-Cycle has been accused by a short seller of “Enron-like accounting” methods.