by Mary McDonald | Feb 14, 2020 | environmental, R2, Sustainability
The second draft of the R2v3 standard, which will replace the current R2:2013 standard once it is released, has been released recently. This is the first in a series of articles that will delve into the draft standard in more detail, in order to provide you with a...
by Megan | Jan 31, 2020 | environmental, Sustainability
Sustainable Electronics Recycling International, or SERI, is the housing body and ANSI-accredited Standards Development Organization that is responsible for the Responsible Recycling standard, R2. SERI recently announced that it has just released the second draft...
by Megan | Jan 17, 2020 | environmental, Health and Safety
Many organizations have identified the benefits of a strong Occupational Health and Safety (OHS) system. Not only does it minimize or mitigate industrial accidents, but it also provides care for the workforce. In the past, there was no ISO standard for OHS – the only...
by Megan | Jan 3, 2020 | environmental, Sustainability
Electronic recyclers who need to expand have several challenges to deal with. The main one being whether or not to move to a new location with larger space or to purchase additional sites within the same metropolitan area. These additional sites under the R2 Code of...
by Megan | Nov 14, 2019 | environmental, Sustainability
R2:2013 is a standard that sets responsible recycling practices for recycling electronics globally. Those recyclers certified under the standard can assist prospective purchasers/customers make informed decisions on what happens to electronics that are used or at the...
by Megan | Feb 15, 2019 | environmental
R2, or Responsible Recycling, is governed by SERI (Sustainable Electronics Recycling International – sustainableelectronics.org ), who also has issued the RIOS standard (Recycling Industry Operating Standard). Environmental Impact of Focus Materials R2 is aimed at...