Have you ever wondered what happens to your old phone or laptop after you dispose of it? E-waste recycling is a critical process that has a profound positive impact on our environment, but only when it's done correctly.
The Problem with E-Waste
Electronic devices are filled with both valuable resources and hazardous materials. When sent to landfills, these toxic substances can leach into the soil and water, while precious metals are lost forever.
85%
of e-waste is improperly discarded globally
70%
of heavy metals in landfills come from e-waste
1 Ton
of recycled circuit boards can yield 40-800x more gold than mined ore
How Responsible Recycling Helps
Proper e-waste recycling is a multi-step process that dismantles devices to their core components. This allows for:
- Resource Conservation: Recovering valuable materials like gold, silver, copper, and aluminum reduces the need for new mining operations.
- Pollution Prevention: Safely removing and treating hazardous materials like mercury, lead, and cadmium prevents environmental contamination.
- Energy Savings: Using recycled materials to manufacture new products consumes significantly less energy than using virgin resources.
Your Role in the Solution
As a consumer or business, your choice matters. By choosing a certified e-waste recycler, you ensure your old electronics become a source of valuable materials for the future, not a source of pollution for today.
Think Circular
E-waste recycling is a key pillar of the circular economy, turning a linear 'take-make-dispose' model into a sustainable loop of reuse and regeneration.
Ready to Start Your E-Waste Recycling Program?
Whether you're a business with a large IT inventory or an individual with old electronics, we can help. Contact us to learn more about our certified recycling services and how we can assist you in managing your e-waste responsibly.