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How to Properly Recycle Your Electronics REDUCE, REUSE, RECYCLE!
When you think of recycling, you may think of the blue bins you use to recycle plastic, paper, cardboard, or glass. But did you know that you can also recycle electronics and other devices? HERE ARE SOME STATISTICS ABOUT ELECTRONIC WASTE (E-WASTE): • Around 12% of our electronics are appropriately recycled each year. This means that over 80% of devices are put in the garbage or sent to Asia or Africa to be burned. However, burning these devices releases harmful toxins in the air that can affect us, other living organisms, and the environment. • The most hazardous electronic toxins are mercury, lead, arsenic, cadmium, selenium, chromium, and flame retardants. • E-waste is increasing yearly — we generate around 40 million tons worldwide. • Our cell phones are filled with precious metals such as gold and silver. The U.S. throws out $60 million worth of these metals each year. WHAT ELECTRONIC DEVICES CAN YOU RECYCLE? You can recycle computers, laptops, monitors, cell phones, TVs, radios, tablets, printers, and other
devices. But that’s not all! You can also recycle air conditioners, heaters, microwaves, digital cameras, circuit boards, VCR/DVD players, calculators, and more. HOW CAN YOU REDUCE, REUSE, AND RECYCLE THESE DEVICES? If your electronics are still in good condition and function properly, you can donate them to friends, charities, or community outreach programs. Some cellular companies allow you to turn in your old phone when you buy a new one — and you can even get some money back if your phone isn’t in shambles! Just be sure your personal information and data are wiped from your devices before giving them away. You can also send your electronics to a specialized facility that will wipe your data and recycle your devices. Search online for electronic recycling in your area to find businesses and organizations that offer this service. However, ensure that whatever facility you use is environmentally friendly.
So, the next time you upgrade to a new phone, tablet, or computer, or when you get a new microwave and other electronic devices, recycle or donate them! The environment will thank you for it.
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