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Microsoft to go 100 Percent Carbon Neutral

Christina Caldwell, May 18th, 2012

One of the world’s largest corporations is about to make a huge swing toward going green. Just over a month remains for software giant Microsoft to meet its goal of becoming carbon neutral by July 1. Earlier this month, CEO Kevin Turner posted on the company's official blog that Microsoft pledges to make all direct operations carbon neutral – ... read more

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Tagged computer, computers, electronics, energy, reduce

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Battery Recycling: The Power is Yours

Leah Blunt, April 5th, 2012

Most of us rely on rechargeable batteries daily and for multiple devices. In fact, Call2Recycle, the nation’s leader in consumer battery recycling, estimates that consumers use an average of six wireless devices in their day-to-day lives. So what happens to all of those batteries when they have given their all and need to be replaced? Depending on their owner’s eco-awareness ... read more

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Tagged appliances, batteries, cell phone, cell phone recycling, cell phones, computer, computers, electronics, Hazardous, metal, rechargeable, rechargeable batteries, recy, recycle, recycled

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Non-Profit Cuts E-Waste by Refurbishing Computers

Christina Caldwell, April 5th, 2012

You might think your old laptop is dead, but one Seattle-based non-profit can breathe new life into your old, worn-out, virus-ridden computer to benefit someone in need. Before you prepare yourself for a round of E-waste or send your laptop off to a recycling center, never to be used again, InterConnection.org can intercept and refurbish worn-out computer hardware and ship ... read more

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Tagged cell phone, cell phones, computer, computers, InterConnection, InterConnection.org, laptop, low income, recycling, reuse, Seattle, student, students, television, televisions

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Earth911′s Green Spring Cleaning Guide

Mary Mazzoni, March 27th, 2012

Spring cleaning can seem daunting, and adding eco-consciousness to the mix only increases the stress. Sure, you want to spruce your home up for the season, but it can be tough to know where to start. Don't worry. Earth911 has you covered. Check out our Green Spring Cleaning Guide, which will help you do everything from choosing the right cleaning ... read more

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Tagged africa, appliances, bathroom, book, books, carpet, cell phone, cell phones, composting, computer, computers, cosmetics, dvd, electronics, food, furniture, kitchen, library, organic, packaging, recycling, reduce, refrigerator, reuse, stove

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7 Ways to Make Money by Going Green

Mary Mazzoni, March 7th, 2012

Many of us are on pretty tight budgets these days. So, if you could use a few extra dollars in your pocket this month, why not cash in on your green habits to fatten your wallet and lighten your footprint? From recycling your iPhone to renting out your parking space, here are seven ways to make money by being green. 1. ... read more

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Tagged cell phone, cell phones, computer, computers, cosmetics, curbside, dvd, electronics, energy, etsy, gas, guide, recy, recycle, recycled, reduce, reuse, tablet, tip, trade

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Your Guide to Holiday Gadget Recycling

Megan Dobransky, December 8th, 2011

Right now is one of the busiest times of year for purchasing of new electronics and computers.  According to the Consumer Electronics Association’s annual CE Holiday Purchase Patterns Study, this year’s electronics gift giving will reach an all-time high, accounting for one-third of all holiday gift spending. Computers are consistently at the top of wish lists across the country. SEE: ... read more

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Tagged computers, guide, recycle, recycling, tablet

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PHOTOS: Fish Tanks Made From CRT TVs

Amanda Wills, December 6th, 2011

We've seen aquariums made from iMac computers, so we were stoked when we found yet another derelict electronic home for the fishies. These tanks are made from clunky CRT (cathode ray tube) televisions. Best of all? They're all DIY projects that you can try out for yourself. Michael Khor turned his ancient 26-inch CRT television set into ... read more

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Tagged computers, recycling, reuse, television

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5 Gadgets for the Holidays

Leah Blunt, November 23rd, 2011

'Tis the season for holiday gift giving (and receiving!), and it would be hard to find anyone who isn't shopping for one of the season's newest high-tech gadgets. Most of these fun, new toys run on rechargeable batteries that ensure hours of unplugged access. However, as new products come out, and old ones are replaced, it is important to remember that ... read more

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Tagged computers, rechargeable battteries, recycle

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PHOTOS: Eclectic E-Waste Art

Mary Mazzoni, November 14th, 2011

The U.S. generates almost 2.5 million tons of used electronics every year, according to the EPA. Most of us simply recycle our obsolete gadgets, but American artist and electronics repairman Steven Rodrig dreamed up a slightly more inventive solution to the e-waste problem - use it to create one-of-a-kind works of art. Rodrig's collection includes large-scale sculptures of insects, ... read more

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Tagged computer, computers, easy, electronics, recycle, recycled

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Best Buy Eliminates E-Waste Recycling Fee

Mary Mazzoni, November 11th, 2011

Responsibly disposing of TVs, computers and other e-waste items just got a little more affordable. Best Buy announced on Thursday that it will eliminate a $10 recycling fee for electronics items with screens to make its recycling program more convenient for customers. The company's in-store recycling program accepts TVs, computers and computer monitors, DVD players, cell phones and other types ... read more

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Tagged appliances, cell phones, computers, dvd, electronics, recycle, recycling

Published in Electronics


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