The Difference Between Used and Refurbished and Is Refurbished Better?
The newest versions of the latest iPhones are not the world’s fastest selling smartphones; refurbished cell phones are, Counterpoint Research reveals. That makes sense: refurbished products aren’t just cheaper than..
What to Do with Old Hard Drives That You’re Tired of Keeping
Hard drives are an important part of most electronic devices especially computers and mobile phones. On average, each one lasts about 2 to 5 years according to a report by..
Where To Recycle Electronics, And Why It’s So Important
Did you know that, on average, each American household contains 24 electronic devices and gadgets? And with technology developing at an unprecedented rate and our lust for gadgets and electronics..
There’s A Right and A Wrong Way to Dispose of Old Computers
Computers, laptops, tablets, cell phones, e-readers: Americans can’t get enough of technology. Technology is developing at an almost unbelievable rate, and we are eager to jump on each new device..
The Environmental And Economic Imperative For Recycling Computers
What a difference two decades can make! It was less than twenty years ago that computers were sometimes a luxury..
The Top Recycling Programs In The U.S. for 2017
According to the US Environmental Protection Agency, Americans produce over 200 million tons of trash annually. Out of this, 75%..
Federal Government’s Green Initiative Challenge Program Sees Success
As an exercise aimed at promoting environmental awareness and the beneficial effects of electronic product recycling, the United States Environmental Protection Agency launched the Federal Green Challenge program to all..
Hong Kong to Build $550 Million E-Recycling Facility
A German recycling company, ALBA Integrated Waste Solutions, recently won a $550 million contract to construct and run Hong Kong’s first e-recycling center. Awarded by the Hong Kong Environmental Protection..
How E-Waste Is Harmful to Your Health
E-waste is a term used for electronic products and computers that are thrown out, including laptops, tablets, printers, phones, game consoles, televisions, and DVD players, to name a few. Over..
Illinois Increases Manufacturers’ Mandated E-Waste Recycling Targets
In an effort to curb the growing electronic waste problem, Illinois recently passed legislation requiring an increase in the volume of electronic waste that manufacturers are mandated to recycle. As..
Is Recycling Cost Effective?
In elementary school, you may have heard the phrase “Reduce, reuse, recycle.” With current rates of sustainability, this phrase may become more relevant than chanting the phrase in a third..
Should Recycling Be Mandatory ?
According to Electronic Recyclers International (ERI), nearly 30 million to 40 million metric tons of Electronic waste, also known as E-waste, are generated every year in one form or the..