Electronics Stewardship

The team promotes sustainable management of LM’s electronic equipment, as deemed appropriate for LM operations and approved by LM, as defined in:

• Executive Order (EO) 14057, Catalyzing Clean Energy Industries and Jobs Through Federal Sustainability
• DOE Order 436.1A, Departmental Sustainability

The team advocates environmentally sound electronic stewardship practices.

The team uses a life-cycle approach to reduce the negative environmental impacts posed by electronic equipment. Established processes evaluate beneficial acquisition, use, and disposition of electronic equipment.

• Propose electronic stewardship goals/targets. 
• Arrange separate metering or estimate usage.
• Maintain/implement a plan that integrates electronic stewardship in LM activities.
• Use the Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT).
• Develop metrics to measure performance.
• Recycle electronic equipment using qualified, reputable recyclers.
• Report performance regularly.
• Promote team awareness and training for LM and contractor employees.