Humans are destroying the planet. It started out slowly, but as the world’s population has grown, so has our destruction. Between using up limited fossil fuels, sending greenhouse gases into the environment, and creating unfathomable waste, we’re on a bad path. However, all is not lost. Though it may seem insignificant to some, every action
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According to the most recent facts and figures reported by the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), of the 267.8 million tons of waste produced in the USA in 2017, approximately 94 million tons were recycled or composted. Recycling paper, plastic, and glass has become a cultural norm in the US, but we could do even better. Lamp recycling
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According to studies, climate change is one of the biggest concerns people have for the future of our planet. Recycling is one of the many ways consumers can try and contribute to the fight against climate change. But how does recycling help prevent climate change? Let’s go through why recycling is important for our society. 1. Recycling Saves Space
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Once they die, electronics do produce their own waste. “E-waste” products are, or can be, toxic waste products. When you throw them away with your trash, you are somewhat responsible for toxic waste ending up in landfills. The United Nations has its eye on the growing abundance of e-waste. In 2017 the UN issued a press release,
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In the United States, e-waste is becoming a massive problem. Around 70% of the hazardous material in our landfills is from old circuitry. Computer parts, consoles, and phones all sit around in our landfills, leaking chemicals and raising many health concerns. We need to take accountability. Many businesses are doing their part and staying compliant by using e-waste recycling
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In a 2019 survey, 2/3 of consumers considered sustainability as a top concern when purchasing products. Newer generations are requesting that businesses do more to protect the environment. Building an eco-friendly business profile starts by following proper waste management guidelines. How do you know if your business is compliant? Keep reading for six easy recycling solutions that’ll keep
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You use them every day. They come with you everywhere you go. And then it comes time for an upgrade. Today’s smartphones typically last around two to three years before the battery goes or the software becomes outdated and you start looking for a new one. So what exactly do you do with the old one? Keep
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That first welcome screen on a fresh laptop. Is there ever a moment of more potential and excitement in a new piece of technology than that? Trading in or upgrading your technology puts a whole refresh on your laptop use. Uploading our information to a new piece of equipment. After you migrate your files, you
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It’s fair to say that we live in a digital world, and no matter what your business is, it’s almost impossible to get by without using digital technology to some degree. However, all that tech poses a problem when it becomes outdated. Moore’s Law posits that computer processing power doubles every two years or so. Even if
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Everything has a battery. Phones, watches, cameras, even suitcases all seem to come with something removable. So what do you do with these batteries once they’re dead? Throwing them away is wasteful and bad for the environment but often they can’t be tossed in with your regular recycling. Keep reading to learn how battery recycling
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Compliant IT Asset Disposal Process IT assets include computers, phones, servers, and technology that can store confidential or sensitive data, which is why the IT asset disposal process varies from normal waste management. This guide will serve to help you understand the process. Documenting The growing threat of identity fraud and compromised personal information has forced legislators and
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The Complete Guide to Recycling Electronics for Your Business I bet you’re not recycling everything you could be. How do I know? Because most of us aren’t! But the good news is: we can start today and we should start with recycling electronics. What Electronics Can I Recycle? More good news. You can recycle most, if not all, of
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It’s estimated that almost 60,000 children are born each year that may develop neurodevelopment problems. This is because of in utero exposure to mercury. It’s believed that 6 to 8 percent of women between the ages of 16 and 49 are exposed to mercury. Negative side effects are almost guaranteed for infants. That’s because developing embryos are five
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