The core ITAD offerings provide clients with services such as logistics, data sanitization, certification, onsite services, and more, but as technology evolves, so do the needs of ITAD clients. Value-added IT asset disposition provides solutions to navigate new hurdles in the industry presented by recent changes via additional services HOBI refers to as vITAD. The…
After several large-scale budget cuts, Staten Island residents will no longer have the option to have curbside e-scrap picked up, according to local news reports. New York City Mayor Eric Adams stated that the cuts are the result of rising costs of the migrant crisis, slowing tax revenues, and the loss of federal pandemic aid. …
Last week, several clean energy bills passed the Michigan legislature with the aim to move the state to 100 percent clean energy by 2040, but some are concerned about a specific inclusion. As part of a package of five bills approved by the legislature, SB 271 includes provisions allowing incinerator facilities to count toward local…
The EPA is now looking to create a category of universal waste specifically for lithium-ion batteries at the request of the electric power industry. LIBs are in most of our electronics, including smartphones, laptops, tablets, smartwatches, and desktops, and are known for their explosive nature when damaged. According to E-Scrap News, the EPA developed a…
Below is a recap of this week’s blog posts including Apple’s support of a U.S. repair law, embracing value-added IT asset disposition services, tips for an eco-friendly Halloween, compliance assurance with an ITAD provider, and four ways ESG creates value. Apple Supports U.S. Repair Law After years of opposing the right-to-repair movement and lobbying against…
It’s that time of year again, and we’re back to remind consumers of the dangers of e-waste while enjoying spooktober festivities. This time of year, many people like to go above and beyond with Halloween decor, including large displays that often require batteries or electronics to function. However, improper e-waste disposal could lead to something…