
Happy New Years from TechWaste Recycling! We close 2018 looking ahead to 2019 and our future beyond. There are many things we, as a society, can do to help our environment for future generations. Companies from all industries and agencies from all government sectors are increasingly taking the lead to make their large footprint more ecologically friendly and sustainable. At TechWaste Recycling, our mission is to help these organizations do just that. What began as primarily an ewaste recycling service to corporate entities, TechWaste has grown to now assist businesses and departments of all shapes and sizes with their electronics recycling, data destruction, product decommissioning, and increasingly light bulb and battery recycling. While many companies may not have frequent turnover in their major electronics, sustaining their technologies to more practically meet budgetary goals, all are constant consumers of batteries and light bulbs. These things simply need frequent replacing and in doing so, create a major recycling opportunity.
As we progress technologically as a nation, businesses are using more energy-efficient light bulbs and higher energy batteries to light and power their companies. However, these energy-efficient necessities also contain many harmful chemicals and elements that are hazardous to humans if consumed. Many states have jumped on the green bandwagon and enacted legislation preventing businesses from dumping these items in landfills. Protect the environment as you take care of your business by recycling your light bulbs and batteries.
CFL Recycling
Compact fluorescent or CFL light bulbs have replaced the traditional incandescent bulbs in businesses and homes alike. When recycled, the metal, glass and other materials can be reused preventing them from breaking down in a landfill. Additionally, many states require recycling and prohibit disposal of CFL and other mercury-containing bulbs including:
- Washington
- California
- Minnesota
- Vermont
- Maine
- New Hampshire
- Massachusetts
Fluorescent Lamp Recycling
Most warehouses and many businesses in a variety of industries take advantage of the cost savings of using fluorescent lamps. Many of these bulbs contain mercury. The element can enter the water supply and taint the ground around a landfill. Saving the near 700 million fluorescent bulbs each year from entering a landfill by recycling can protect water supplies. In addition, many states require companies recycle the bulbs.
LED Light Recycling
LED lights often last longer with more light output than traditional light bulbs. However, LED light bulbs contain lead and aluminum as well as arsenic. The metals are recyclable. Lead and arsenic can leach down into water supplies beneath a landfill potentially causing health concerns for the local population. While LED bulbs are considered the most environmentally safe next to incandescent and halogen, recycling them allows the materials to be reused to make new products.
Battery Recycling
Batteries are used to power or provide backup power for a variety of important things in a business including smoke detectors and laptops. Though they come in a variety of sizes, batteries can be recycled into different products including new batteries, steel, and ceramics. Batteries also contain hazardous heavy metals that can wreak havoc on the environment when allowed to sit in landfills or burn in incinerators. They never decompose so recycling is the most viable solution for the long-term.
Small E-Waste Recycling
Small electronics in small quantities typically get forgotten in desk drawers, storage closets or the company IT department. Recycling small electronic waste, including any electronic components that power on and have any chip or board parts doesn’t have to sit and collect dust or be harmfully thrown away. Laptop computers, mobile phones, monitors, telecom gear, and other miscellaneous computer and electronic equipment can now be accepted by TechWaste Recycling in small quantities via our easy E-Waste recycling kits for quick return and certified recycling. For companies that don’t have a large electronics turnover that do not meet typical minimum pickup amounts, this is a great solution for recycling those items in need of proper disposal.
TechWaste Recycling is making it easier than ever to recycle your used batteries and light bulbs. We are committed to protecting the planet by streamlining the recycling process. Many consumers want to purchase their products from environmentally friendly companies. Make your company’s New Years Resolution to be a green company by recycling batteries and light bulbs. 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 order your recycling kits today.
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Contact Info:
Richard Steffens
1940 E. Occidental street
Santa Ana, CA 92705
Phone: 866-637-8469