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The latest e-scrap industry news

OEMs change warranty wording after FTC threat
Three companies have changed language in their product warranties that discouraged independent repairs after regulators said they may be running afoul of federal law.
E-scrap recycling weight declines in Minnesota
Minnesota’s state program has released data on its first full year since legislation significantly altered the program. Although manufacturer recycling obligations are up, the volume of material recycled has fallen.
Data-destruction certification unaffected by NAID merger
The merging of the National Association for Information Destruction with a records management group will mean combined events and cost savings, but it isn’t expected to change certification requirements for electronics recycling companies.
Study shows New Yorkers trashing less e-scrap
Curbside garbage and recycling audits show the amount of e-scrap improperly disposed by New York City households has dropped substantially in recent years.
CalRecycle boosts rate for recycling of non-CRT devices
Processors handling non-CRT devices will be paid 60 cents a pound by the state of California, a 22 percent increase over their current payment rate.
In My Opinion: UNU study correct on illegal e-scrap shipments
The executive director of Basel Action Network shoots down recent criticism of a report on exports to Nigeria.
In My Opinion: Nigeria report (almost) gets it right
You’d be forgiven if you were misled by the headline of the press release announcing the most recent report from United Nations University and its partners on international e-scrap flows.