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Joy Scrogum

Electronic Scrap Bill Loophole Draws Groups' Opposition - 0 views

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    Environmental groups and some electronics recyclers are opposed to a federal electronic scrap bill that would allow recyclers to export units to developing countries for repair or refurbishing. Rep. Gene Green, D-Texas, introduced House Resolution 2595 in U.S. House of Representatives. The measure is aimed at prohibiting exports of certain types of electronic scrap. But it does not go far enough, according to the Electronics TakeBack Coalition and the Basel Action Network. Waste & Recycling News, 6/2/09.
Aida Williams

Asia's Biggest Plastics Scrap Market Set on Fire, Entire Facility Burned : TreeHugger - 1 views

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    "Asia's Biggest Plastics Scrap Market Set on Fire, Entire Facility Burned"
Aida Williams

Recycling Today Media Group - Recycling Today magazine. : Industry News ISRI Board Char... - 0 views

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    "ISRI Board Charts Roadmap to Address Global Electronic Scrap Recycling"
Aida Williams

Mining A Mountain of E Waste: One Million Cell Phones =250 Kg Silver, 24 Kg Gold, 9 Kg ... - 0 views

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    "Mobile phones, computers, TVs - we like them but where do they go when we are finished with them? In the worst case they can be dismantled by hand for scrap by children in developing countries. This can expose them to potentially fatal chemicals. New legislation aims to toughen existing rules on collection and treatment so that within six years 85% of all waste will be recovered and treated. Environment Committee MEPs backed the proposals on June 22."
Aida Williams

Ethical "E-waste", Fair Trade Recycling: August 2010 - 0 views

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    "I'm working on another post, not ready for publication yet, How to Become an "e-waste" or e-Scrap Recycler Vendor, (and paper recycler, transfer station operator). In those posts you may get to read good advice about the particulars of entering those businesses. But before you even start, below are some common "Dos and Don´ts" which are common to all recycling businesses, and to other wholesale businesses as well. "
Aida Williams

Recycling Today Media Group - Recycling Today magazine. : Industry News CloudBlue Intro... - 0 views

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    "CloudBlue Introduces Next Generation of Electronic Scrap Management"
Aida Williams

Recycling Today Media Group - Recycling Today magazine. : Industry News UN Group Accept... - 0 views

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    "UN Group Accepting Applications for Electronic Scrap Program"
Aida Williams

Important Workshop on Harmonizing State Electronics Recycling Programs to be held at E-... - 0 views

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    "Electronics recycling programs continue to proliferate across the country as well as internationally. There are now 23 states with some type of electronics recycling law, all at different stages of implementation and with varying rules and regulations. Many are looking for joint solutions to common problems as well as areas where they can harmonize and share lessons learned. "
Aida Williams

5 Steps to Safe Electronics Recycling - SFGate - 0 views

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    "With the march of progress, many of us are frequently upgrading our electronics, or at least replacing those that stop working. But what about all those discarded gadgets? They often contain toxic materials, as well as valuable components that can be reused. The Consumer Electronics Association offers several tips to reduce e-waste, while preserving your identity and sensitive information from would-be thieves. Let's take a look:"
Gravita Exim

GRAVITA EXIM Ltd. (World Leader in Lead Battery Recycling) Forms Joint Venture with AUS... - 0 views

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    GRAVITA EXIM Ltd. (World Leader in Lead Battery Recycling) Forms Joint Venture with AUSMELT Ltd. GRAVITA Exim Ltd. (Leading Lead Battery Recycling), the technical consultancy & projects arm of GRAVITA Group has entered into a JOINT VENTURE with an Australian giant in the same field, AUSMELT Ltd.
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