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Sustainable Management of Electronics

The use of electronic products has grown substantially over the past two decades, changing the way and the speed in which we communicate and how we get information and entertainment. Simple acts like donating used electronics for reuse extends the lives of valuable products. Recycling electronics also prevents valuable materials from going into the waste stream. A long-term approach towards electronics stewardship is necessary both at work and at home. 

Basic Information

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  • Life cycle stages of electronics
  • Sustainable electronics management
  • Benefits of electronics stewardship

National Strategy

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  • What is the National Strategy for Electronic Stewardship (NSES)?​
  • Benefits of the NSES
  • NSES accomplishments and ongoing activities


Electronics Challenge

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  • ​About the SMM Electronics Challenge

Certified Electronics Recyclers

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  • What are certified electronics recyclers?
  • Benefits of becoming a certified electronics recycler
  • Implementation Study of R2 and e-Stewards®Recycling Standards

Regulations, Initiatives and Research

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  • Rules for managing cathode ray tubes
  • State electronics laws
  • EPA Electronics Forum
  • International efforts in electronics
  • Research efforts in electronics stewardship



Assessment Tools

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  • Electronics Environmental Benefits Calculator (EEBC)
  • Waste Reduction Model (WARM)
  • Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT)
  • Alternatives for Disposition of Electronics Planning Tool (ADEPT)

Highlights

  •    2021 SMM Electronics Challenge Award Winners 
  • Learn more about  past years' awards. 

  • Graphic showing the winners for the 2021 SMM Electronics Challenge.
    Congratulations to the 2021 SMM Electronics Challenge winners!

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For Consumers

  • Find out how to donate or recycle your used electronics.
  • Learn about household batteries.
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Last updated on March 3, 2022
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