Did you know the United States generated 146.1 million tons of trash in the year 2018? And non-hazardous industrial waste isn’t exactly included in this statistic! So if that’s how much waste individual consumers generate, imagine how much your company generates. Universal waste from office, municipal, or institutional environments is plentiful. And it sure can be overwhelming to find a solution to it all! But responsible waste stream management is possible. And corporate recycling is the perfect place to start. To get started implementing a system that works for you and yo ..read more

So you preach about sustainability in business. It’s written in bold on the website of your business. You talk about it with your employees. You emphasize that you are a sustainable business to your customers. Yet, you do not recycle. Or, you have a ‘do it if you want to’ attitude about it. The truth is, you don’t need anything too extravagant. Recycling alone is more than enough to prove that you care about reducing waste. It is the simplest and easiest way you can be sustainable. To learn more about the benefits of recycling and how it fits with your business’ sustainability goals, then ..read more

It is all well and good to invest in new electronics, but how do you dispose of old ones? The Global E-Waste Monitor 2020 report found 53.6 million tons of e-waste were discarded in a year. But only 17.4% of that waste was disposed of properly. A lot of this waste is due to a lack of corporate recycling. So, what can you do to reduce your waste impact? The best step you can take is to recycle old electronics. Read on to learn everything you need to know about how to recycle electronics. Why Recycle Old Electronics? Recycling electronics is an essential step for protecting t ..read more

Did you know, recycling computers can spare 12 million tons of fossil fuels? So why wouldn’t recycling your old computer be the way to go? But are you wondering how to recycle computer monitors? It’s not always common knowledge how to recycle old computers. Most people assume that you can throw them in the general trash, but that’s not the case. If you’re looking to recycle your computers, but have questions, we got you covered. Read on to learn more. How to Recycle Computer Monitors When it comes to computer monitor recycling, it’s easy to find out where to take your monitors.  ..read more

We use electronics for almost everything these days. Both individuals and businesses use a variety of electronic devices during the course of their day. Along with all that use of electronics comes a bunch of broken, outdated, and unusable electronics that often end up in the trash. Surveys found that humans discard about 50 million tons of electronic waste every year! But, what else can you do with your old electronics? What can you do to reduce the growing problem with e-waste? Keep reading to learn about the top 3 Electronics Recycling Trends to look out for in 2021. Most Common Electronics ..read more

Batteries are an important part of our everyday, technological life. Whether they’re in our cellphones, digital cameras, or any number of smart devices and gadgets, batteries power our lives. But, like everything else in this world, batteries are liable to run down and eventually expend their energy. That’s why it’s necessary to learn how to dispose of spent batteries. After all, batteries shouldn’t be disposed of in the garbage like any other kind of trash. So, are batteries recyclable? The answer is yes, and this guide will show you how to recycle batteries the right way. 1. Determine What K ..read more

Did you know that mercury is the only common metal that is a liquid when at room temperature? Mercury is a highly toxic metal, and while mercury thermometers aren’t as common as they once were, odds are you have other items at your business or office that contain mercury. It is important to know what items contain mercury and how to facilitate mercury disposal safely. Whether it is a mercury spill or a broken fluorescent lightbulb, mercury can’t go into the regular trash since it is hazardous waste. Continue reading to learn more about the mercury disposal process and how to prevent mercury fr ..read more

Do you need help safely recycling a computer? You might have considered dropping that old desktop off or mailing it away without any extra hassle. Are you sure you know all the right steps you must take to safeguard your data? In their 2020 cybersecurity report, the National Technology Security Coalition noted that large numbers of state and local public sector agencies suffered ransomware attacks. When you consider the sophistication of some of these attacks, imagine how dangerous it would be for your old computer to fall into the wrong hands. We’re going to show you what ..read more

In a UN Study, despite generating over 6,900 kt of E-waste in 2019, the United States formally collected only 1,020 kt (or 15%) of the total waste. While it may seem that this is the latest in a long line of sad environmental news, E-waste poses unique dangers to health and data security. Knowing how to recycle electronics can have a massive positive influence on the world around you! What Is E-Waste, and Why Is It Dangerous?  Electronic waste, or E-waste, is an informal name for electronics reaching the end of their lifespan. For example, a laptop’s lifespan can reach 11.8 years, 6 ..read more

Recycling old computers is an overlooked aspect of keeping your business safe and operating at peak performance. Completing the process right is a bit more complicated than it first appears. It is critical to recycle your computers in a safe and proper manner when they are no longer functional. When your computers are past their prime you need to dispose of them while meeting local, state, and national regulatory standards. This guide has all the information you need to tackle your organization’s computer recycling project. Electronic recycling plays an important part in maintaining ..read more