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e-Stewards

Electronics Recycling Certification

E-Stewards is the premier certification for electronics recyclers, ensuring responsible recycling practices that protect human health and the environment.

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e-Stewards

Computers piled to be recyclede-Stewards Certification is a leading global program designed to ensure proper handling and disposal of old electronic equipment. The e-Stewards logo allows individuals and organizations the ability to identify recyclers that adhere to the highest standard of environmental responsibility and worker protection. e-Stewards Certification is open to electronics recyclers, refurbishers and processors. The intent of the standard is to provide a rigorous set of criteria to prevent irresponsible or illegal handling of hazardous waste and/or e-waste streams, while promoting data security, social responsibility, and environmental protection.

A few of the key components of e-Stewards include:

  • Prohibition of disposal of toxic wastes from electronic equipment in solid waste landfills and incinerators
  • Requirements for compliance with international hazardous waste treaties for exports and imports of electronics, and specifically prohibits the export of hazardous waste from developed to developing countries
  • Prohibition the use of prison labor in the recycling of toxic wastes from electronics, which often have sensitive data embedded
  • Requirements for baseline protections for, and monitoring of, recycling workers in every country, including developed nations where toxic exposures are routinely taking place
  • International applicability

The standard was developed by leaders in the e-waste industry with the intent that the standard could be implemented by all types and sizes of companies. The standard requires a separate ISO 14001 certification, but also incorporates significant components of Occupational, Health and Safety, data sanitization, social accountability and other BAN requirements. Regardless of a company’s size and the type of e-waste processing conducted on-site, the e-Stewards certification program provides a high level of confidence that a recycler consistently conforms to the e-Stewards Standard.


Certification to e-Stewards will provide your company with many benefits, such as:

  • Positioning yourself for federal contracts since the federal government now requires all federal facilities to recycle their e-waste with a certified e-Stewards or R2 recycler.
  • Demonstrating to customers that your company is in compliance with domestic and international laws.
  • Instilling public confidence through certified third-party review.
  • Helping protect against environmental and human health impacts from improper recycling.
  • Promoting safe and effective recovery and reuse of equipment to those who need them.
  • Helping reduce mining and processing of virgin materials, which will reduce environmental impact by conserving our limited natural resources.

Be a leader in the e-waste industry and get certified to e-Stewards. For more information on e-Stewards or to receive a quote for certification please contact us at (248) 422-3013 or via email at pjr@pjr.com for a Project Manager in your area.

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Get Your Certification Issued in 4 Easy Steps

Partnering with Perry Johnson Registrars (PJR) means a clear, supportive path from preparation to certification and beyond. Our process is designed to make achieving and maintaining certification simple, efficient, and rewarding.

Application & Optional Pre-Assessment

Begin your certification journey by submitting an application and receiving a tailored proposal from PJR. Some clients may also request an optional pre-assessment or readiness review to evaluate preparedness before the official audit. This step helps identify potential gaps early, improving the likelihood of a successful certification.

Why Choose PJR as Your Certification Partner

Our team of experts are with you every step of your certification journey.

  • Fully accredited and globally recognized - PJR is accredited by leading bodies including ANAB, UKAS, JAB, and ACCREDIA, ensuring your certification is respected worldwide.
  • Value-driven auditing approach - Our Process Performance Auditing (PPA) method goes beyond checklists, focusing on how your processes perform and drive continual improvement.
  • Industry-experienced auditors - Our auditors understand your industry’s unique needs and provide meaningful insights that add real value.
  • Personalized, human service - When you call PJR, you speak with real people…not automated systems. You will always have personalized service from our dedicated scheduling team, ensuring quick, reliability, and thoughtful support throughout your certification journey.
  • Global reach with a local touch - Whether you are a small business or a multinational organization, PJR offers efficient, flexible service tailored to your size, scope, and location.
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Rocket Air Supply has had a very positive experience working with Perry Johnson Registrars. Their team has been professional, responsive, and helpful throughout the certification and audit process. We appreciate their clear communication, organized approach, and willingness to answer questions when needed. The level of service provided has helped make the process smoother and more manageable for our team, and we value the continued support from PJR.

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Darrin Vickers

We wrapped up our audit yesterday with our auditor. Nothing but good things to say. He is very thorough, and my management team is very pleased with the performance and professionality of PJR!

Barrett Jenkins

I’ve managed manufacturing facilities in a lot of places all over the world, each of which have had to have some form of 3rd party business systems validation/registration. I’ve been beyond impressed with the Perry Johnson process. You all have been very easy to work with, and the quality of your audits are top notch. It’s important that our company is able to identify nonconformances in our systems if they exist, and I felt like our auditor did a very thorough, effective job in that effort. Again, many thanks for your assistance with this achievement and I look forward to continuing to work with PJR into the future!

PJR has been an accredited registrar since 1994; formal accreditation came in January 1995 by ANSI/ANAB.

Perry Johnson Registrars, Inc. has been accredited by seven different international bodies, is recognized by IAOB, and has an audit staff of over 500 auditors, averaging 15 years of auditing experience and 18 years of experience in the quality industry.

PJR auditors boast an average of 15 years of auditing experience and an average 18 years of experience in quality assurance. Auditors undergo a thorough qualifications process, which includes not only interviews, background checks, and references, but mandatory training modules, technical competency exams, observation and supervision audits, and annual auditor training.

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Accreditations & Awards

ANAB
UKAS
ACCREDIA
JAB
EMA
ANAB
UKAS
ACCREDIA
JAB
EMA