Why the upsurge in E-Waste? Technology is becoming more and more integrated into every aspect of our lives. Semiconductors and sensors are being added to products that never before had them, creating wearable monitors, smart homes, TVs that can stream programming from the internet, and much more. Meanwhile, the life span of devices is getting shorter—many products will be thrown away once their batteries die, to be replaced with new…
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With electronic recycling becoming increasingly crucial to the future of the planet, recovering mobile phones, and recycling old computers, televisions, printers and other electronic goods should be a priority for those that want to improve their ecological footprint. When considering the importance of e-waste recycling, it’s worth remembering some of the more shocking electronic recycling facts from around the world, which illustrate the ongoing need for everyone to make an…
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E-waste Can Be Hazardous Waste Many electronic devices contain hazardous chemicals. If they aren’t disposed of safely, those chemicals can pose a safety hazard to people, animals and the environment. In addition to contaminating soil, hazardous wastes can pollute the air and leach into water sources. Here are a few other examples of the hazardous waste electronics hold. Leaded glass: Computers and television screens contain leaded glass, which is a poisonous heavy…
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