Posted on February 25th, 2009 in
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by Wayne Catango
When Leigh Steinberg’s Sporting Green Alliance collected old cell phones last year to recycle, the message was to recycle all the electronic gadgets and devices that we have accumulated. Most electronic devices are not meant to be simply thrown away, so learning to recycle electronics is extremely important. Many of the components within electronics are capable of being reused, and are excellent for recycling. Some of the other materials in your electronics can be harmful if allowed to break down in landfills. If you enjoy getting brand new gadgets and electronics, then you need to learn to recycle electronics that are outdated or broken. Undo the negative environmental impact that throwing electronics away has, and recycle electronics so that their components may be reused again.
There are a number of unique programs that allow consumers to recycle electronics of all kinds, including programs offered by electronics companies, and retailers as well. Sony, Dell, HP and Apple are all electronics producers that offer recycling programs. Additionally, electronics retailers offer their own programs to recycle electronics as well. The largest retailer of electronics in the United States, Best Buy, is a major force in recycling electronics waste. More than 20 million lbs worth of electronics was recycled through Best Buy electronics recycling programs in 2006 alone.
One of the pioneering efforts that Best Buy has created is free drop off kiosks to recycle electronics within every store. Just within the door of every single Best Buy outlet in the United States, you will find such a kiosk. These kiosks are designed to allow customers of the store to bring and drop off their old electronics for free recycling. Most Best Buy stores accept old cell phones, ink jet and toner cartridges and rechargeable batteries as well. The idea is to make it simple for people to recycle electronics. This is a lot like what the Sporting Green Alliance did last year by collecting used electronics at Leigh Steinberg’s Super Bowl Party in Arizona.
What many consumers are not actually aware of is the fact that Best Buy offers a number of other recycling programs. Best Buy promotes the recycling of all electronics, so there are other electronics recycling programs that they can assist consumers with. Best Buy has program that will let you recycle kitchen appliances, for example. The company will send someone to a consumer’s home to remove old appliances. Best Buy will take the responsibility to have the removed appliances sent to the proper recycling facility.
By promoting the recycling of appliances and electronics, Best Buy is making sure that harmful materials are disposed of properly. When recycled electronics have parts that can be used again, they will be properly salvaged. Any remaining materials will be recycled for scrap purposes. By working with Best Buy to recycle electronics, you can make sure that your electronics end up in the right place. Not only will the salvageable parts be reused, but the harmful parts will be disposed of properly. This is the best way to recycle electronics in the United States.
The My Green Electronics website is more than just a hub for information on learning how to recycle electronics. This website also offers a search function that lets you find recycling centers for electronics in your area. You simply have to put your zip code in the search box, and results will be displayed for your local area. This is the best way to make sure that you can recycle electronics correctly. You will receive a list of local places that are capable of recycling your electronics for you.
In addition to providing you with resources for recycling electronics, the My Green Electronics site is also a great information resource. There you will be able to find out about the 4 R’s and how they relate to electronics. If you want to make smarter choices when it comes to learning how to recycle electronics, this website is an excellent jumping off point. There are a myriad of resources online for learning how to best recycle electronics. There are great tips and plenty of information here for you to learn from.
Learning how to recycle electronics intelligently is a big step in the right direction. Recycling your electronics will allow their parts to be reused effectively and their toxins properly disposed of. Recycling electronics is easy, and has a positive impact on the environment. If you are not already recycling your discarded electronic devices, then now is the time to learn how. Follow the lead of Leigh Steinberg and the Sporting Green Alliance and do your part today by learning how to recycle electronics when you are done with them.
About the Author:
Wayne Catango advocates caring deeply about environmental issues, such as global warming. Leigh Steinberg’s
Sporting Green Alliance that has collected old cell phones last year to recycle is one the causes he has supported. Opting to fly on commercial flights instead of chartering private jets, which use more fuel per capita is on of his ways to help save the environment.
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