Electronic Recycling Solutions

Electronic recycling is known as eCycling.

With the plethora of new electronic devices produced each year, consumers need to dispose of their obsolete products faster than ever. In order to slow the environmental effects of poor waste management, it is important to know how to recycle electronics properly.

In-Store Options

Many electronics dealers offer in-store electronic recycling programs. Some stores charge a fee for each item, while others charge a flat fee for a box full of as many recyclable electronics as the box can hold.

Dangers

Electronic devices contain harmful toxins such as lead, arsenic and mercury. If electronics end up in a dump or land fill, they release these toxins into the environment.

Prevention/Solution

Even though recycling electronics is preferable to simply throwing them in the garbage, you can prevent the disposal process altogether by reusing items. By keeping an outdated computer monitor or donating a TV to a local charity, you can help prevent environmental damage while contributing to your community at the same time.

References

• EPA: eCycling
• Creative Recycling: The Science of Reuse
• Recycling for Charities: Electronic Waste Environmental Effects

Resources

• EPA: Reusing and Donating Electronics