Electronic Recyclers International (ERI), based in Fresno, Calif., has received approval from the state of California to use technology to recycle glass from old televisions, computer monitors and cathode ray tubes (CRTs).
In a statement, ERI says the company is the first North American company to use the cleaning glass technology, which was developed in Europe. It is already in place at ERI’s Fresno location and is being installed at other ERI locations, according to the company.
“We’re very excited to be implementing a recycling solution technology for glass right here on site,” says John Shegerian, ERI chairman and CEO, in the release. “Our hats are off to the state of California, who worked closely with us to review and approve this technology. Their forward thinking openness to embrace new technology to benefit our environment is truly commendable.” He adds, “For too long glass has been a challenging part of the electronic recycling puzzle for many, and we are proud to offer our industry a solution that is clean, efficient and fast.”
The company says it received the rights to use the technology in the United States after researching and evaluating its success in European countries.