“Standards are a way to separate out those who say they do the right things from those who actually do them,” says Jeff Seibert, Chief Provocateur at SERI.

In this Technology Reseller News podcast, Publisher Doug Green interviews Seibert about SERI’s mission, the role of the R2 standard in responsible electronics reuse and recycling, and the upcoming eSummit 2025, taking place September 8–11 in Minneapolis.

Seibert explains that SERI, a global nonprofit, is focused on driving sustainable electronics practices through initiatives like R2, the Electronics Impact (EI) standard, and convening industry stakeholders at eSummit. Unlike most conferences that focus narrowly on one part of the value chain, eSummit 2025 aims to bring together the entire electronics ecosystem—from designers to ITADs to recyclers—sparking unique, cross-disciplinary conversations.

The event features four days of packed programming: facility tours (including an ASCDI member tour), an expo hall with solution providers, industry awards, interactive workshops, and thought leadership sessions addressing both immediate operational challenges and long-term strategic goals. Pre-conference pricing and ASCDI member discounts are available through August 27.

For more information, visit SERI’s website or explore details about ASCDI’s member tour at eSummit 2025.