Electronics are everywhere in modern society. We use computers for just about everything and even carry them in our pockets. Unfortunately, this creates a lot of waste as devices reach obsolescence sooner than ever before. Proper disposal is essential to avoid harmful environmental impacts. For municipalities, this should be an especially high priority.
What is E-Waste?
E-waste is basically any electronic device that has become waste. These are a few examples of the types of electronics that may become e-waste in a municipality:
- Laptops and Desktops
- Networking Gear
- Servers
- Printers
- Copy Machines
- Mobile Devices
- Projectors
There are many other types of e-waste. If your municipality has some IT assets or other electronics that need to be disposed of.
The Importance of E-Waste Recycling
Recycling e-waste can help to diminish the negative environmental impact associated with throwing out electronic devices. These are a few of the ways that improper disposal of electronics can be damaging:
- They Contain Toxic Materials: Electronic devices include a number of materials that can be toxic. These include lead, mercury, cadmium, chromium, and others. Proper processing is essential to avoid these toxic materials hurting the environment or population.
- Harmful Waste Often Head Overseas: It is common for electronic waste to end up in less developed countries. There, it may not be processed properly and ends up releasing harmful materials into the environment.
- It is Wasting Raw Materials: Electronics include a lot of raw materials that can be reused. For example, there is a significant amount of gold in e-waste. This is simply ending up in a landfill in many cases.
- It Creates a Lot of Waste: There are more electronic devices than ever before, and the rate of manufacturing keeps increasing. People are disposing of electronics quickly. This means that a lot of unnecessary waste is being created.
Leading by Example
Many municipalities want to encourage citizens and businesses to cut down on their waste. They suggest recycling, reduction, and other green initiatives. Using an e-waste recycling service is a great way to lead by example in these initiatives.
Better yet, municipalities can work with recycling partners to offer programs for citizens. For example, organizing an electronic waste recycling day. These are great ways to have a greater impact on the community and environment.
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Disposal of Records
Most government entities have some regulations and expectations for disposing of records. These apply to digital records as well. With e-waste recycling, your municipality can properly destroy data that would otherwise be exposed if IT assets were simply thrown in the garbage.
Ensure compliance by disposing properly and securely of digital data. Beyond being required in many cases, it is also the smart thing to do.
Contact TechWaste Recycling
Find the e-waste recycling partner that can help you achieve all these benefits by contacting TechWaste Recycling. When you partner with TechWaste Recycling, you can be confident knowing that your electronics are recycled responsibly. All of the devices are wiped using Level 1 military-grade data destruction standards. Better yet, TechWaste Recycling will pick up all your electronics for secure and proper handling and disposal.
TechWaste Recycling directly services all of Southern California and provides pickup services to its facilities from nationwide locations. Visit TechWaste Recycling’s website at www.techwasterecycling.com to schedule a pickup that works for your convenience and schedule.
Learn more about TechWaste’s data destruction process here: Secure Data Destruction Services
Contact Info:
Richard Steffens
1940 E. Occidental street
Santa Ana, CA 92705
Phone: 866-637-8469
