Tag Archives: landfills

Recycling E-waste is Smart, Doing it hastily is Not

Posted on September 1, 2011 by Go Green

According to the Environmental Protection Agency, e-waste is piling up faster than ever. In 2005, Americans disposed of nearly 50 million computers, a 250% increase from the previous decade. Add in all the other types of electronics we toss out, … Continue reading →

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Discarded CRTs Leading to Serious Pollution Problem

Posted on August 16, 2011 by Go Green

Old-style TVs and computer monitors contain toxic glass that can end up destroying our landfills if we don’t start finding new uses, according to scientists. Break open an old TV and check out that funnel-shaped thing. That is a CRT … Continue reading →

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Electronics Recycling Taking off in Washington

Posted on July 20, 2011 by computerusage

Washington launched their electronics recycling program in early 2009. Since then, over one hundred million pounds of used electronics have been recycled. In just a little over two years, Washington has greatly decreased the amount of electronics waste headed for … Continue reading →

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West Virginia Electronics Recycling Event a Smash Hit

Posted on July 14, 2011 by computerusage

In Clarksburg, West Virginia, the Harrison County Waste Division (HCSWA) conducted their most effective electronics recycling event. On June 4th, the HCSWA collected over 67 tons of e-waste that was destined to be dumped into state-wide landfills. This event set … Continue reading →

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Reasons to Recycle Your Electronics Securely

Posted on July 12, 2011 by computerusage

Do you have an old, out-of-date or unused computer sitting in your closet or basement? If you do, then rest assured you are not alone. Over 2 million tons worth of used gadgets, electronics, televisions and computers are tossed out … Continue reading →

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