Overview
SUSTAINABILITY- EWASTE 9 is an operational recycling plant located in Westminster, Colorado, United States. It processes electronic waste under NAICS code 562920, serving the Jefferson County area.
SUSTAINABILITY- EWASTE 9 is a recycling plant located at 7015 Julian St Unit 9 in Westminster, Colorado, United States. The facility operates in the solid waste management sector, specifically focusing on electronic waste recycling, and is classified under NAICS code 562920 (Materials Recovery Facilities). As an operational plant in Jefferson County, it contributes to regional waste diversion and resource recovery efforts. The facility operates under the regulatory framework of the United States Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), which governs solid waste management through RCRA Subtitle D for municipal solid waste and related recycling operations. Colorado state regulations further enforce standards for e-waste processing, including proper handling of hazardous components such as lead, mercury, and cadmium. The plant's recycling activities align with the EPA's Sustainable Materials Management program, which promotes waste reduction and material recovery. As an e-waste recycling facility, SUSTAINABILITY- EWASTE 9 plays a critical role in managing the growing stream of discarded electronics, preventing hazardous materials from entering landfills and enabling the recovery of valuable metals and plastics. Its location in Westminster, a suburban area within the Denver metropolitan region, positions it to serve a densely populated urban area with significant electronic waste generation. The facility's operations support local environmental sustainability goals and circular economy initiatives.
Environmental context
Electronic waste recycling facilities like SUSTAINABILITY- EWASTE 9 help mitigate environmental risks associated with improper disposal of electronics, such as soil and water contamination from heavy metals. In the Denver metropolitan area, where urban density and industrial activity are high, proper e-waste management is essential to protect groundwater resources and reduce landfill burden. The facility's operations also contribute to reducing greenhouse gas emissions by recovering materials that would otherwise require energy-intensive virgin production.
Frequently asked questions
SUSTAINABILITY- EWASTE 9 is located at 7015 Julian St Unit 9, Westminster, Colorado 80030, United States.
SUSTAINABILITY- EWASTE 9 is an electronic waste (e-waste) recycling plant, processing discarded electronics to recover valuable materials and safely manage hazardous components.
E-waste recycling in Colorado is regulated by the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) under the state's Solid Waste Management Act, and by the U.S. EPA under RCRA Subtitle D for hazardous waste components. Facilities must comply with proper handling, storage, and disposal standards.
E-waste recycling prevents toxic substances like lead, mercury, and cadmium from contaminating soil and water, reduces the need for mining raw materials, and lowers greenhouse gas emissions by recovering metals and plastics for reuse.
NAICS code 562920 refers to Materials Recovery Facilities, which are establishments primarily engaged in processing recyclable materials, including e-waste, into raw materials for remanufacturing.
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