Brought to you by IBEC Intelligence New Year's Eve is a time for massive celebration, reflection, and looking forward to new beginnings.  However, behind the dazzling lights and festive cheer often lies a significant environmental footprint.  From the iconic Times Square celebration to local gatherings around the globe, New Year's Eve festivities generate a substantial amount of waste and pollution. The environmental impact reality of New Year's Eve celebrations is, in fact,

Brought to you by IBEC Intelligence The recycling and e-waste industries are evolving fast.  The growth in global demand for electronics, coupled with intensified environmental pressures, is forcing some recyclers to step forward with new initiatives.  Aside from handling more volume, they are stepping up by embracing technology, strict standards, and traceability.  They are also developing business models built around value recovery.  Their success offers valuable lessons fo

Brought to you by IBEC Intelligence Given the demand for mobile technology and connectedness, it’s no surprise that the secondary mobile device market is rapidly evolving.  This growth is also driven by the increasing demand for sustainability and responsible consumption.  As consumers become more environmentally conscious, companies are adapting their strategies to meet this demand while capitalizing on the economic opportunities presented by the resale and refurbishment of

Brought to you by IBEC Intelligence As the holiday season approaches, the wine industry around the world is doing more than just preparing to toast to festive gatherings.  In fact, it’s also celebrating its achievements in championing sustainability in remarkable ways.  From eco-friendly vineyards to sustainable packaging and carbon-neutral production processes, wineries are increasingly focusing on initiatives that protect the environment while delivering exceptional quality

Brought to you by IBEC Intelligence For most organizations, the investment in the people is the greatest expense.  The question is whether the organizations are doing everything to maximize their outcomes.  The quick answer is “No,” given the low levels of employee engagement in the workplace.  And employee engagement has indeed become a critical factor in organizational success.  Recent findings from Gallup reveal that only 32% of U.S. employees feel engaged in their work, h

Brought to you by IBEC Intelligence The 2025 E-Scrap conference took place October 27-29 in Grapevine (Dallas area), Texas.  It was held at the Gaylord Texan. IBEC’s President and Founder Bardia Vahidi attended the conference along with our CMO Jasmine Martirossian.  It was a fantastic opportunity to spend time with clients, share insights and perspectives with industry experts, as well as meet new people.  Bardia was also a part of the Workshop on Certification 101 led by th