ECS Refining’s Stockton, Calif., Plant Receives e-Stewards Certification

“With our electronics processing facilities now being e-Stewards certified, customers can be assured that we are completely committed to responsible domestic recycling,” says Jim Taggart, CEO of ECS Refining. “There is considerable confusion in the United States regarding the best e-recycling standards and practices. We chose to go with the strictest standards, so our customers don’t have to worry. It’s a win-win for consumers, businesses and the environment.”

The e-Stewards certification has been developed by the Basel Action Network (BAN), a non-governmental organization based in Seattle. Companies pursuing e-Stewards certification are subject to audits to ensure they comply with the e-Stewards Standard and also have an ISO 140001 environmental management system in place.

“Having an all-domestic electronics recycling capability is not something many of our competitors can claim,” says Marci Rodgers, ECS Refining marketing director. “Additionally, ECS is unique in being able to process the entire material stream under one roof. Consumers, OEMs, state/local governments and businesses are getting on the bandwagon to require this type of capability.”

She adds, “We’re also delighted that we can provide employment to hundreds of talented workers in the San Joaquin Valley.”

ECS Refining has locations in Santa Clara, Stockton and Gardena, Calif.; in Medford, Ore.; and in Mesquite and Terrell, Texas.