Shields Environmental Receives e-Stewards Certification

Company says it is the first specializing in recycling telecommunications equipment to be named an e-Steward.

Shields Environmental Inc., a telecommunications equipment recycling company headquartered in Sanford, Fla., has been certified as an e-Steward by the Basel Action Network. In addition to Sanford, Shields has a facility in Concord, N.H.

Mike Angeline, environmental risk and asset disposal manager for Shields Environmental Inc., says the company has always been committed to doing the right thing for its customers. "The e-Stewards recycler designation really helps companies separate the good from the bad. We are thrilled to have achieved this designation and have committed ourselves to meeting the highest bar for responsible recycling."