This report examines how the newly published ISO 59014 standard compares and aligns with established international standards for Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) management, specifically the CEN 50625 series (Europe), R2v3 (global), and e-Stewards (US-based). ISO 59014, issued in 2024, introduces a sustainability- and traceability-focused framework for the recovery of secondary materials. It uniquely integrates principles from circular economy, life cycle assessment, social responsibility, and ethical collaboration with workers engaged in subsistence activities, marking a significant advancement in international standardization.