President Biden Signs Legislature to Avert Railroad Crisis

Negotiations to avert a potential railroad strike began earlier this year in June. President Biden signed railroad-related bi-partisan legislation on December 2 to impose the tentative national agreement negotiated by a Presidential Emergency Board in September. The legislation blocks a strike that could have major negative impacts on the U.S. economy.  In order for the…

Improper Battery Disposal Leads to E-Scrap Fine

Battery disposal is one of the most common issues in the electronics recycling industry. Materials recovery facilities (MRFs) are constantly on alert for potential fire risks when handling lithium-ion batteries, and a recycling company in Santa Clara County was recently fined for improper disposal of lithium-ion batteries.  Lithium-ion batteries are known for their explosive nature.…