Nonprofit organization Basel Action Network released a report attributing surging US e-scrap exports to Southeast Asia to brokers posing as recyclers but acting mainly as shippers, a “hidden tsunami” the group says should trigger regulatory and certification reviews.
As the latest generation of laptops reaches the desks of students and professionals, a closer look beneath the surface reveals a tension between sustainability aspirations and end‑of‑life reality.
I recently connected with Michael Duckworth, founder of Positive Energy Environmental Solutions, via video conference. Duckworth established the vape recycling company in 2023 after identifying a critical infrastructure gap for vape recycling in Nebraska and nationwide.
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by David Daoud
The industry has proven more resilient, and at times quicker to adapt, than even those of us close to it expected.
by Keith Loria
Rare earth recovery from e-scrap is not just an environmental opportunity but a strategic priority.
What ERP system you need depends on whether you’re wiping hard drives, fixing up phones, or melting down metals.
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