E-waste is a growing problem in our world today. Every year millions of tons of electronics are discarded and many of them end up in landfills. This is a problem because electronic devices can contain many toxic chemicals that can be harmful when exposed to the environment. When electronic devices are thrown away, they …
What you should know: Did you know that 80% of consumers have heard of the team “e-waste” “E Waste” “electronic waste” but don’t actually understand what it means? E-waste is a popular, informal name for electronic products nearing the end of their “useful life.” Computers, televisions, VCRs, stereos, copiers, and fax machines are all common …
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Electronic waste isn’t exactly something the average consumer thinks of when making decisions and living everyday life. Shoppers don’t blink an eye at the opportunity to upgrade their electronics and many times, they don’t have plans for their old devices and just trash it, not thinking of the impact or possibilities the item still holds. …
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The term recycling is most commonly used as an all in phrase for keeping things out of the trash and landfills. While that may work, reusing and recycling are two completely different things! When it comes to computers, part of the process is taking it apart and separating all the inside pieces. The goal here …