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Malaysia’s Decision to Refuse CRT Glass from the US
BAN Information Bulletin April 3, 2009 – Recently, the Malaysian government decided to no longer accept any CRT glass from the United States, as of December 31, 2008. There appears to be confusion about what role, if any, BAN played in this nation’s decision. Here are the facts: Fact: CRT tubes and glass are specifically [...]
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ANAB Announces Accreditation for Ethical e-Stewards Electronics Recycling Certification
First Certification to halt the Exportation of e-Waste to Developing Countries BAN News Release June 4, 2009 (Seattle, WA.) – The Basel Action Network (BAN) joined the ANSI-ASQ National Accreditation Board (ANAB) today in announcing the launch of ANAB accreditation for the certifying bodies that will audit and certify the e-Stewards Certification program. At the [...]
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Network World features e-Stewards
A good summary article from article in Network World about the electronic waste problem and competing standards. Brief excerpt: “…some of the original backers of R2 are now throwing their support to the more stringent global standard called e-Stewards Standard for Responsible Recycling and Reuse of Electronic Equipment, or simply e-Stewards for short. The e-Stewards [...]
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PBS Frontline features BAN and e-Stewards in “Ghana: Digital Dumping Ground”
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BAN’s webinar on e-stewards for the EPEAT program
Add some introduction here Recording of BAN’s Webinar on e-Stewards for the EPEAT Program (Video/WMV) – September 9, 2009 – Requires the free GoToMeeting® Video Codec (Right-click to download the video to your hard drive) Recording of BAN’s Webinar on e-Stewards for the EPEAT Program (Audio/MP3) – September 9, 2009
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Stop Dumping Techno-Trash on Developing Countries!
June 24, 2009 (Seattle) – The Basel Action Network (BAN), a leading global advocate for responsible toxic management practices, today called on consumers, manufacturers and retailers of computers and electronics to make a commitment to never allow their old e-waste to go to recyclers that will simply export it to developing countries. BAN asks all [...]
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E-Stewards: Activists and industry join to certify responsible electronics recyclers