ERI’s Dillon Highlights Circularity Challenges at European Sustainable Electronics Forum — Electronic Recyclers International

Event summary

Kevin Dillon, Co-Founder and Chief Marketing Officer of ERI, participated in a panel at the Second Annual European Sustainable Electronics Forum in Amsterdam on September 23, 2026.
The panel discussed balancing product integrity with sustainable material targets in electronics manufacturing and recycling.
ERI processes over a billion pounds of electronic waste annually across eight U.S. facilities and serves over 50 countries.
The forum focused on EU regulations reshaping the industry, including circularity, repairability, and sustainable product design.

The big picture

The electronics recycling industry is under pressure to balance sustainability goals with product quality as new EU regulations tighten. ERI’s participation in the forum underscores the strategic importance of circularity and compliance in an increasingly regulated market. The company’s ability to process large volumes of e-waste positions it as a key player, but the challenge lies in maintaining this scale while adapting to evolving sustainability standards.

What we're watching

Regulatory Compliance: How new EU regulations will impact ERI’s operations and the broader electronics recycling industry.
Innovation Pace: The pace at which the industry can develop sustainable and recyclable electronics without compromising product integrity.
Market Expansion: Whether ERI can sustain its growth in international markets beyond the U.S.