Electronics Recycling
There’s no doubt about it - computers and other electronic devices play a huge role in our lives these days! Sure, we COULD abandon all things technologically-advanced, hop off the grid and go live in a hut deep in the woods - but where would that leave us?
With advancements in technology there will surely come even more ‘e-waste’, but I’m guardedly optimistic that there will also be advancements in waste recycling technologies. As it stands, there are many options when it comes to dealing with your computers and other electronic gadgets that have passed their prime. One thing is for sure - there is absolutely NO reason for throwing these products in the trash! Aside from the fact that most electronic devices contain toxic substances such as lead, cadmium and mercury, many of these ‘obsolete’ products are still perfectly functional or at least contain useful components that can be used again.
For a comprehensive list of e-waste recycling options in the U.S. be sure to check out the Environmental Protection Agency’s Ecyling page - an excellent resource!
For those in Canada be sure to check out the Electronics Recycling Association, a non-profit organization dedicated to collecting old electronics equipment across Canada for donation and recycling. Be sure to also check with your local government website to find out what options are available in your area.
To learn more about the issue, here is an interesting article on e-waste from Environtment Canada.
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Written by Bentley on September 27th, 2006 with
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