CERTIFICATIONS & COMPLIANCE

Standards You Can Trust

We follow the industry’s most rigorous environmental and data protection standards to ensure your e-waste and sensitive information are disposed of securely, legally, and responsibly. Our certifications reflect a deep commitment to sustainability, data security, and full regulatory compliance at every stage of the recycling process.

At NXT Step Recycling Solutions, we operate under internationally recognized certifications that guarantee secure, environmentally responsible recycling and data destruction. These standards are not just labels—they’re built into our daily operations.

• ISO 14001:2015 – Environmental management system certification
• R2 (Responsible Recycling) – Global standard for electronics recycling
• E-Stewards – E-waste recycling with strict environmental and ethical controls
• HIPAA Compliance – Protects sensitive medical and personal data
• FACTA & GLBA – Financial and legal document disposal regulations
  

Our ISO 14001:2015 certification reflects our commitment to minimizing environmental impact through a rigorous, globally recognized environmental management system. Every recycling process we undertake—whether it's e-waste, batteries, or IT asset disposal—is designed to meet strict sustainability targets, reduce pollution, and ensure full regulatory compliance.

Environmental Management That Prioritizes the Planet

ISO 14001:2015 Certified

We follow the R2 standard to ensure all electronic waste is handled with complete accountability, from secure data destruction to responsible downstream recycling. This globally recognized certification confirms that your end-of-life electronics are managed ethically, securely, and with maximum material recovery—supporting circularity and environmental safety.

The Global Benchmark for Electronics Recycling

R2 (Responsible Recycling) Certified

E-Stewards certification sets the gold standard for socially and environmentally responsible recycling. Our operations go beyond compliance by eliminating toxic waste dumping, ensuring no use of prison labor, and verifying downstream transparency. It’s our pledge to uphold the highest ethical practices while protecting people and the planet.

Ethical E-Waste Recycling With Zero Compromise

E-Stewards Certified

For healthcare providers, insurers, and related institutions, we guarantee full HIPAA compliance in our document shredding and IT asset disposition services. All protected health information (PHI) is securely destroyed through certified processes—helping you maintain patient confidentiality, avoid data breaches, and meet federal privacy requirements.

Protecting Medical Data With Absolute Security

HIPAA Compliant

We meet all guidelines under the Fair and Accurate Credit Transactions Act (FACTA) and the Gramm-Leach-Bliley Act (GLBA), ensuring that sensitive financial, legal, and consumer data is shredded beyond recovery. Our document destruction solutions are tailored for financial institutions, law firms, and service providers that demand airtight compliance and data privacy.

Secure Disposal for Financial & Legal Documents

FACTA & GLBA Compliant