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In Other News: April 15, 2016

Published: April 15, 2016
Updated: November 20, 2016
by Editorial Staff

E-scrap recycling companies are enjoying a price rise in the gold market, and Washington state collection volumes continue to drop.

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Is electronics recycling worth it? Check the new ISRI Scrap Yearbook

Published: October 6, 2016
Updated: November 20, 2016
by Lacey Evans

The Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries (ISRI) has released its annual Scrap Yearbook, a statistical and comprehensive publication regarding the U.S. and global scrap industry.

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The latest e-scrap industry news

Equipment Spotlight: Westeria’s AirStar air separator
EFactor3 has introduced the AirStar evolution air separator by Westeria to the U.S. market, the companies announced in a March press release.
California suggests upping e-scrap processing payments
The California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery has proposed increasing some payment rates for processors who participate in the state e-scrap program.
Maryland county expands curbside e-scrap collection
By creatively utilizing existing collection infrastructure, a county government in Maryland is rolling out curbside electronics and battery collection for all electronics at no additional cost.
US rare earth recycling scales up amid trade tensions
As rare earth elements draw mainstream headlines for their entanglement in the U.S.-China trade war, recent announcements from an ITAD operator, an OEM and a magnet processor indicate the domestic end-of-life device stream is increasingly providing feedstock for rare earth end users.
Solar EPR delay signed, right to repair poised to pass in WA
A right-to-repair electronics bill and a bill that would again delay the state’s extended producer responsibility program for solar panels are both sitting on the Washington governor’s desk after passing the state legislature earlier this month.
In My Opinion: From hazard to resource: Battery recycling technology
The global demand for lithium-ion batteries is growing exponentially, fueled by the rise of electric vehicles, consumer electronics and renewable energy storage solutions, but recycling systems need to employ new technologies to keep pace, according to scientist Kyle D’Silva.
Device supplier acquires ITAD company
CTL Corporation, an Oregon-headquartered cloud-computing company with a focus on education and enterprise, acquired ITAD firm 3R Technology in a move to create a one-stop shop for clients of both companies.