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80 articlesOld computers, phones, and TVs contain both valuable metals and hazardous materials. Here's what every business needs to know about getting rid of electronics responsibly.
Read moreE-waste contains lead, cadmium, mercury, and rare valuable metals. Proper recycling protects the environment and recovers resources while improper disposal creates lasting harm.
Read moreBusinesses and residents in the Chicago area have several options for electronics recycling. Here's what to look for when choosing a recycler and why documented chain of custody matters.
Read moreElectronics recycling compliance involves data protection laws, environmental regulations, and export controls. Gaps in these areas can create legal exposure; compare secure recycling programs and their records.
Read moreFrom lead in groundwater to toxic air emissions from informal recycling, e-waste creates serious environmental harms. Here's what's at stake when electronics aren't recycled properly.
Read moreUrban mining, right-to-repair legislation, and expanded producer responsibility are reshaping the electronics recycling landscape. Here's where the industry is headed.
Read moreNot all electronics recyclers are created equal. Here's a practical framework for evaluating vendors on data security, documentation, and downstream accountability.
Read moreOld televisions, especially CRT sets, contain significant quantities of lead and other hazardous materials. Here's how to find a legitimate TV recycling program and what to watch out for.
Read moreElectronics recycling has a right way and a wrong way. Here are the key do's and don'ts that keep your business in compliance and protect the environment.
Read moreDisposing of old electronics responsibly means choosing secure recycling options, securing your data first, and avoiding shortcuts that create environmental harm.
Read moreMobile devices contain lithium batteries, rare earth metals, and sensitive personal data. Here's how to recycle them safely, securely, and responsibly.
Read moreSecure data destruction helps protect customer information and document the handling of decommissioned IT assets. Here's why it matters.
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