How does the e-Stewards Standard address the export of electronic waste?

A: The e-Stewards Standard includes strict requirements for the export of electronic waste to
prevent the dumping of hazardous materials in developing countries and ensure responsible
management throughout the recycling chain. Key export provisions include:

1. Prohibiting the export of hazardous electronic waste from developed to developing
   countries, in accordance with the Basel Convention and Basel Ban Amendment.
2. Requiring full transparency and accountability for all electronic waste exports, including
   detailed documentation and tracking of material flows.
3. Ensuring that all electronic waste exports are managed in accordance with the laws and
   regulations of the exporting, transit, and importing countries.
4. Conducting due diligence on downstream vendors and ensuring that all facilities
   receiving exported materials are properly licensed, permitted, and capable of managing
   the waste responsibly.
5. Implementing written agreements and control systems with downstream vendors to
   ensure ongoing conformance to the e-Stewards Standard.
   Certified organizations must also comply with specific requirements for the export of used
   electronics for reuse, including functionality testing, data sanitization, and packaging and
   shipping controls. The standard aims to promote responsible trade in electronic waste while
   preventing the externalization of harm to vulnerable communities and ecosystems.