Why Recycle Your Old Computer?
New computer models are coming out quicker than most of us can keep up with. The temptation to upgrade is constant. When you finally do, you’re left with a functional but somewhat obsolete piece of technology. So what do you do with it? While it is tempting to toss it in the garbage, there are some great reasons to recycle your old computer! It Benefits the Environment When you choose to recycle your computer, you do the Earth a favor by sparing it from the toxic waste inside many electronics. This includes arsenic, lead, and cadmium. If these chemicals were…
3 Key Benefits of Recycling Scrap Metal
In recent years, Americans have come to value the importance of recycling. Green recycling bins are now almost as common on suburban curbs as garbage bins. Can and bottle return centers are often busy, and many retail stores – big and small – now have a variety of recycling receptacles near their entrances. There is one area of recycling, however, that still confuses a lot of people: scrap metal recycling. Where do I go to drop it all off? What materials do they accept? Is it really worth my time? Recycling of any kind contributes to a greener environment and…
