|
|
 |
|
 |
|
IT Asset Recovery’s Tipping Point and What It Means for You
Do you really know if your e-waste is being properly recycled? A recent U.S. government report and media investigations have exposed the fact that too many recyclers are saying the right thing – then shipping e-waste to developing countries where it contributes to devastating environmental and human health problems. These reports put the recycling industry on notice and raised the stakes for companies to ensure the highest environmental standards in managing e-waste.
Read this issue’s feature article ›
|
 |
|
|
 |
|
 |
 |
 |
|
 |
IDC: Businesses Must Go 'Beyond Power' to Be Green
Reducing energy consumption is not only a limited approach to green IT, but making buying decisions based strictly on it can actually increase both environmental impact and IT costs, according to Beyond Power: IT's Roadmap to Sustainable Computing – available exclusively from Redemtech. Download IDC white paper ›
|
|
 |
|
 |
|
|
 |
Jim Puckett
Executive Director, Basel Action Network (BAN)
|
 |
Jim Puckett, executive director of the Basel Action Network (BAN), reports that a recent trip to China – along with a crew from 60 Minutes – revealed the staggering toll e-waste exports are taking on the environment and public health in developing countries. The new e-Stewards Initiative will help stem the tide of exports by certifying responsible recyclers who meet stringent standards. Redemtech is one of the founding members of BAN’s e-Stewards Initiative.
Continue reading Jim’s guest column ›
|
 |
 |
David Nadsady
Marketing Director
|
David Nadsady shares insights about communicating your asset recovery program’s value.
Q. What role can communications play in the success of our asset recovery program?
Q. What type of information should be communicated to associates?
Q. Should we publicize our program outside the company?
Get the answers ›
|
 |
|
|
|
|
|
 |
BAN: Most E-Waste Recyclers Not Recyclers at All
80% of e-waste sent by businesses to “recycling” is actually exported overseas, where it is dismantled under horrific conditions. A new Basel Action Network (BAN) video exposes the ugly underbelly of the computer recycling industry – and shows what’s really happening with your discarded electronics. Watch BAN video ›
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
When a Fortune 50 financial services company wanted to streamline its ITAM processes, it turned to Redemtech to develop a centralized system to track and redeploy equipment used throughout its nearly 6,000 locations worldwide. The results: in addition to protecting the environment, the company saved millions of dollars, improved data security and enhanced regulatory compliance.
Continue reading this success story ›
|
|
|
|
|
|
 |
60 Minutes Tracks Illegal Shipping of E-Waste to China
On the heels of a GAO Report chastising the U.S. EPA for failing to prevent e-waste export and exploiting the depraved practices of 43 U.S. recyclers, 60 Minutes aired a chilling segment providing a glimpse into just how bad conditions are in the places where our e-waste is being dumped. Watch 60 Minutes video ›
|
|
|
|
|
|
|
 |
- Redemtech Helps Launch Basel Action Network (BAN) e-Stewards Initiative
Redemtech reinforced its pledge of responsible recycling by becoming one of the founding members of BAN’s e-Stewards Initiative.
- BAN Video Exposes Effects of E-Waste Export
Basel Action Network recently launched a new video exposing the fact that many “recyclers” are instead exporting e-waste to Africa and China where it causes immense environmental and public health problems.
- Redemtech Sponsors IDC White Paper Beyond Power
The white paper describes comprehensive strategies for companies looking to reduce their IT’s environmental impact while saving money. Since many companies are looking to implement a sustainable IT plan, this white paper site outlines ways to get started.
- Redemtech Launches Sustainable Computing Web Site Section
Looking for information on green IT strategies? Redemtech recently launched a new section on their Web site for companies interesting in starting a Sustainable Computing program. Visit www.redemtech.com/sustainablecomputing for helpful tools and in-depth information.
- GAO Exposes EPA’s Lax E-Waste Enforcement; Redemtech Speaks Out in Support
The U.S. Government Accountability Office (GAO) recently issued a scathing report criticizing the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) for lax enforcement of e-waste exports. Robert Houghton, Redemtech president and founder, was invited to participate as an e-waste expert in a news conference announcing the report, and was widely quoted in media reports.
- Redemtech Introduces a "Deeper Shade of Green" at IAITAM Conference
Redemtech was a Gold Sponsor of the IAITAM Conference, where Robert Houghton presented the advantages of reaching a deeper shade of green – not only for the environment, but also a company’s bottom line.
- Redemtech Spotlights Sustainable Computing at 2008 Gartner Conference
Redemtech was a Premier Sponsor of the Gartner IT Financial, Procurement and Asset Management Conference. The company focused on the next phase in the evolution of green IT – Sustainable Computing. Bob Brand of Cox Enterprises presented a case study on meeting security and environmental goals.
Read more about these and other happenings at Redemtech ›
|
 |
|
