Certification by Sustainable Electronics Recycling International (SERI) validates Castaway Technologies’ data security practices, environmental standards, and full downstream chain of custody.
LAWRENCE, MA – Castaway Technologies is proud to announce it has earned R2v3 (Responsible Recycling Version 3) certification, the globally recognized gold standard for electronics recycling and IT asset disposition (ITAD). SERI administers the certification and verifies it through rigorous independent third-party audits..
R2v3 is the most comprehensive certification available for electronics recyclers, covering secure data destruction, environmental protection, worker health and safety, and full traceability of materials through the entire recycling chain. Achieving certification required Castaway Technologies to meet stringent requirements across all operations and pass an independent audit conducted by an accredited certification body.
“This certification is a reflection of the standards our team has held ourselves to from day one. We handle our clients’ and partners’ end-of-life electronics and sensitive data with the highest level of care and accountability, so they can have complete confidence throughout the process. R2v3 gives them that assurance, backed by independent verification.”
— Cameron Deery, President, Castaway Technologies
What R2v3 Certification Means for Clients and Partners
For organizations that partner with Castaway Technologies for electronics recycling or ITAD, the R2v3 certification provides:
- Certified data security. Castaway Technologies processes all data-bearing devices using certified data sanitization protocols, including logical wiping and physical destruction methods compliant with NAID AAA, HIPAA, GDPR, and CCPA requirements.
- Environmental compliance. R2v3 mandates strict protocols for handling hazardous materials, ensuring zero improper disposal of substances such as lead, mercury, and cadmium. Every material is tracked to its final destination.
- Full chain of custody transparency. Every device handled by Castaway Technologies is tracked from intake to final disposition, with documentation available to clients.
- ESG and regulatory support. The R2v3 standard is recognized by the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and is required for federal contractors under GSA Bulletin FMR B-34. Castaway Technologies’ certification helps clients meet their own ESG reporting and compliance obligations.
- Reuse-first approach. R2v3 prioritizes repair and refurbishment to extend the useful life of electronics before recycling, supporting a circular economy and reducing demand for new materials.
Castaway Technologies’ R2v3 certification status can be verified through SERI’s publicly searchable database of accredited facilities at www.sustainableelectronics.org.
For more information about Castaway Technologies’ R2v3 certification and electronics recycling services, contact info@castawaytech.com.
