Covered devices collected by any collection programs in Pennsylvania shall be recycled in a manner that is in compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations and ordinances, and may not be exported for disposal in a manner that poses a significant risk to the public health or the environment. Recyclers collecting, transporting, or processing material on behalf of a manufacturer under the CDRA must possess one of the following certifications:
- R2 (Responsible Recycling Practices Standard) Certification
- e-Stewards Certification
- An internationally accredited third-party environmental management standard for the safe and responsible handling of covered devices.
Also, if the recycling facility is located in Pennsylvania, the facility must also have obtained permit #WMGR081 from the department.