IERC (International Electronics Recycling Congress) 2019 will bring together more than 500 representatives from recycling firms, manufacturers, recycling associations, nongovernment organizations, regulators and other stakeholders in electronics recycling in Salzburg, Austria, Jan. 16-18.
Attendees will discuss a variety of topics:
- challenges of the circular economy;
- worldwide take-back schemes, quotas and challenges original equipment manufacturers face;
- the role of recycling in the achievement of the sustainable development goals;
- business opportunities and models in emerging markets;
- innovation in recycling technologies;
- country reports;
- safety standards for transportation;
- reuse and refurbishment data security;
- standards, compliance and regulations in the electronics sector;
- recycling of hazardous components, such as batteries, lamps, etc.;
- internet trade of devices, parts, materials and plastics; and
- the future role of technology in recycling.
The program also includes keynote speakers, such as Steven Clayton of Samsung Electronics, Europe, and Janez Potocnik, co-chair of the United Nations International Resource Panel.
The event includes an exhibition area with more than 60 booths, while cocktail receptions and a networking dinner provide an atmosphere to network with business partners, friends and competitors.
The congress will offer plant tours of Montanwerke Brixlegg AG in Brixlegg, Müller-Guttenbrunn in Metran, MBA Polymers Austria in Amstetten-Kematen; and Voestalpine Stahlwelt in Linz.
More information about this event organized by Swiss company ICM is available here.