Electronic waste

Advancements in Sustainable PCBs and ICs Drive Growth in Global Green Electronics Manufacturing Market

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023

DUBLIN, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The "The Global Market for Green and Sustainable Electronics Manufacturing 2024-2034" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.

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  • DUBLIN, Sept. 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- The "The Global Market for Green and Sustainable Electronics Manufacturing 2024-2034" report has been added to ResearchAndMarkets.com's offering.
  • In response to these environmental challenges, there's a growing need to make electronics manufacturing more sustainable and eco-friendly, leading to the concept of "green electronics."
  • "The Global Market for Green and Sustainable Electronics Manufacturing 2024-2034" offers a comprehensive analysis of the global green electronics manufacturing industry.
  • It provides market revenues and forecasts for sustainable PCBs and ICs, segmented by substrate and process types, up to 2034.

Newegg Introduces Graphics Card Trade-In Program

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Tuesday, September 26, 2023

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230926386865/en/
    Joseph Olmedo of Newegg examines a graphics card to determine its condition.
  • Newegg's new GPU Trade-In Program enables customers to trade in an eligible GPU and receive a trade-in value credit toward the purchase of a new qualifying graphics card.
  • Shopping for a New GPU and Eligibility Confirmation: Customers interested in acquiring a new graphics card in exchange for their GPU can find a banner on most graphics card product pages on Newegg.com.
  • However, if the information provided is inaccurate or Newegg declines the customer’s graphics card submission, no credit will be issued and the graphics card will be returned to the customer.

Advanced Technology Recycling (ATR) Achieves R2v3 and RIOS Compliance Standards, Reinforcing Commitment to Data Security and Sustainable Asset Management

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Friday, September 22, 2023

PENSACOLA, Fla., Sept. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Advanced Technology Recycling (ATR), a leading provider of electronics recycling and IT asset management services, proudly announces its ongoing transition to the R2v3 (Responsible Recycling) and RIOS (Recycling Industry Operating Standard) compliance standards.

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  • PENSACOLA, Fla., Sept. 22, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Advanced Technology Recycling (ATR), a leading provider of electronics recycling and IT asset management services, proudly announces its ongoing transition to the R2v3 (Responsible Recycling) and RIOS (Recycling Industry Operating Standard) compliance standards.
  • R2v3, the latest iteration of the Responsible Recycling Standard, places a significant focus on the reuse and recycling of used electronics while prioritizing data security and sanitization—a principle fully embraced by ATR.
  • ATR's dedication to data security aligns perfectly with R2v3's mandates, encompassing robust controls and measures to safeguard sensitive data throughout the electronics recycling process.
  • ATR's COO, Ken Ehresman stated, "Our successful transition to R2v3 and RIOS compliance standards underscores our unwavering commitment to data security and the responsible handling of electronic waste.

ERI’s Kevin Dillon and David Hirschler Share Insights on ITAD Trends and Responsible E-Waste Recycling at E-Scrap 2023

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

The discussion with Dillon and other experts from the sector covered insights on innovation and how the material stream continues to evolve, especially when it comes to the proliferation of lithium-ion batteries and solar panels.

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  • The discussion with Dillon and other experts from the sector covered insights on innovation and how the material stream continues to evolve, especially when it comes to the proliferation of lithium-ion batteries and solar panels.
  • "It’s key that we as an industry focus on the various ways we can harness innovation to continue to evolve.
  • This year’s conference offered a bustling exhibit hall, tear-down demos, a series of presentations, sessions and Q&As featuring leading industry executives and associations.
  • ERI is the largest fully integrated IT and electronics asset disposition provider and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company in the United States.

Basatne Selects Apkudo to Transform Connected Device Processing in the Middle East

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023

DALLAS and BALTIMORE, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Basatne and Apkudo, both leaders in the mobile device reverse logistics industry, are joining forces to transform device processing with innovative technology solutions to achieve circularity. Basatne will be an exclusive provider of automated device testing and grading in the Middle East, integrating Apkudo's renowned expertise in the field.

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  • DALLAS and BALTIMORE, Sept. 20, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Basatne and Apkudo, both leaders in the mobile device reverse logistics industry, are joining forces to transform device processing with innovative technology solutions to achieve circularity.
  • Basatne will be an exclusive provider of automated device testing and grading in the Middle East, integrating Apkudo's renowned expertise in the field.
  • Both Apkudo and Basatne are committed to the circular economy and eliminating electronic waste through device repair, refurbishment, and recycling.
  • Both Apkudo and Basatne are committed to the circular economy and eliminating electronic waste through device repair, refurbishment, and recycling.

Paychex Releases 2023 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report

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Thursday, September 14, 2023

Today, Paychex, Inc. announced the release of its 2023 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report .

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  • Today, Paychex, Inc. announced the release of its 2023 Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) Report .
  • Last fiscal year, in (FY23), 61% of Paychex employees were female and 53.5% of leadership roles within Paychex were held by women.
  • In FY23 Paychex ranked fifth on the 2023 list, and delivered nearly 5,700 workforce training, skills, and leadership development programs.
  • Visit paychex.com/corporate/corporate-responsibility to download the Paychex 2023 ESG Report: Working for a Better World.

iPhone switching to USB-C is a win for consumers and the environment – but to what extent?

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Saturday, September 16, 2023

Among the usual new feature announcements, one stunning change has stood out in particular.

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  • Among the usual new feature announcements, one stunning change has stood out in particular.
  • But what does this major change really mean for Apple, consumers and the environment?

Apple marched to its own beat until now

    • Since the inception of Apple, the company has been well known to develop various proprietary connectors in lieu of adopting tech standards used elsewhere in the industry.
    • As a result, they could retain control of their product ecosystem.
    • The group that develops and maintains the standard includes more than 700 tech companies, including Apple, Microsoft and Samsung.

The EU demands USB-C

    • The iPhone 15 switch to USB-C comes less than a year after the EU passed legislation to require all smartphones, tablets, digital cameras and other small devices to support USB-C by the end of 2024.
    • The rules also impose a requirement for “fast charging”, to ensure devices can be charged at the same speed no matter which charger is used.
    • Given the size of the EU market, the new rules may lead to other countries introducing similar legislation.

How much of an e-waste savings is it, really?

    • This is due to the shortened lifespan of our electronic devices, limited repair options and growing consumer demand for the newest high-tech products.
    • The EU’s decision to demand USB-C is part of a greater effort to tackle e-waste.
    • Ironically, it could generate more e-waste in the short term as individuals phase out their Lightning cables and old iPhones.

What can you do about e-waste?

    • So, what should you do when it’s time to clean out the drawer full of old devices and cables?
    • For example, the City of Sydney Council provides a free collection of all e-waste at recycling stations for residents.
    • Other organisations like MobileMuster offer a similar service where they will recycle mobile phones, chargers and accessories at no cost.

HyProMag to Participate in Innovative Project to Develop the UK’s First Circular Supply Chain for Wind Turbine Rare Earth Magnets

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Tuesday, September 12, 2023

LONDON and VANCOUVER, British Columbia, Sept. 12, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Mkango Resources Ltd. (AIM/TSX-V: MKA) (the “Company” or “Mkango”) is pleased to announce that HyProMag Limited (“HyProMag”) is collaborating with EMR, the Offshore Renewable Energy (ORE) Catapult, Magnomatics and University of Birmingham in a £1.5 million project, Re-RE Wind (“Re-RE Wind” or the “Project”), of which £1.0 million or 67% will be funded by Innovate UK’s circular critical materials supply chains (CLIMATES) programme. The budget for HyProMag’s portion of the Project is circa £350,000 of which 70% will be funded by the grant. The grant is subject to signature of a collaboration agreement between the parties.

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  • The budget for HyProMag’s portion of the Project is circa £350,000 of which 70% will be funded by the grant.
  • “Re-RE Wind will address the hurdles for recycling of permanent magnets from wind turbines, effectively unlocking a new domestic source of rare earths.
  • This integrated Mine, Refine, Recycle strategy differentiates Mkango from its peers, uniquely positioning the Company in the rare earths sector.
  • Mkango also has an extensive exploration portfolio in Malawi, including the Mchinji rutile exploration project, the Thambani uranium-tantalum-niobium-zircon project and Chimimbe nickel-cobalt project.

IBC 2023: Seagate Leads Industry Efforts for Sustainable Data Storage

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Thursday, September 14, 2023

Seagate Technology Holdings plc (NASDAQ: STX), a world leader in mass data storage infrastructure solutions, today announced the new Exos® CORVAULT™ 5U84 at the International Broadcasting Convention (IBC) 2023.

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  • Seagate Technology Holdings plc (NASDAQ: STX), a world leader in mass data storage infrastructure solutions, today announced the new Exos® CORVAULT™ 5U84 at the International Broadcasting Convention (IBC) 2023.
  • IBC also honored Seagate by naming it as a Social Impact Award finalist in the Environment and Sustainability category for its pioneering circularity program .
  • Seagate’s Exos CORVAULT is a high-performing, efficient, durable mass-capacity block storage system that is self-healing and brings five-nines availability to scale out storage for data center deployments.
  • "Exos CORVAULT’s groundbreaking technology provides a comprehensive high-capacity, secure and reliable storage ideal for the data-hungry M&E industry," said Melyssa Banda, vice president storage solutions and services at Seagate.

Clarus Communications Expands Product Portfolio for Agents With SEEdS Partnership

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Friday, September 8, 2023

ST. LOUIS, Sept. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Clarus Communications, a leading technology services distributor, is thrilled to announce its strategic partnership with Stuckey's Enterprise and Education Solution, SEEdS, as featured at www.easywarranty.buzz. SEEdS is a unique and exclusive program developed to not only extend the lifespan of electronic devices, but also offer unparalleled warranty and repair solutions to mid and enterprise markets. With the addition of SEEdS to their product offering, Clarus agents can now present an added value proposition to their existing customers, further cementing their role as all-inclusive solution providers.

Key Points: 
  • Clarus Communications, a leading technology services distributor, is thrilled to announce its strategic partnership with Stuckey's Enterprise and Education Solution, SEEdS, as featured at www.easywarranty.buzz.
  • With this addition to their product offering, Clarus agents can now present an added value proposition to their existing customers, further cementing their role as all-inclusive solution providers.
  • ST. LOUIS, Sept. 8, 2023 /PRNewswire-PRWeb/ -- Clarus Communications, a leading technology services distributor, is thrilled to announce its strategic partnership with Stuckey's Enterprise and Education Solution, SEEdS, as featured at www.easywarranty.buzz .
  • With the addition of SEEdS to their product offering, Clarus agents can now present an added value proposition to their existing customers, further cementing their role as all-inclusive solution providers.