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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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5 SCARY Recycling Facts

Mary Mazzoni, October 26th, 2011

Some get their Halloween fright-fix from ghosts and goblins, but for greenies, it’s hard to get scarier than a look at the American waste stream. We’ve come a long way with recycling. But, as these chilling facts prove, there’s still a lot of work to be done. So, turn on those nightlights, grab a friend’s hand and check out these ... read more

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Tagged cell phone, computer, curbside, electronics, paper, plasticbags, recycling, televisions, waterquality

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Companies Don’t Know Where Their E-Waste Goes

Alexis Petru, September 21st, 2011

One in five senior information technology managers in the United Kingdom are unsure if some of their company’s electronic waste ended up in landfills, according to a recent report released by nonprofit Computer Aid International. The survey also found that only 14 percent of companies looked for a reuse option for working electronics they no longer needed. To learn the ... read more

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Tagged computers, electronics, recycled, televisions

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When To Replace Your Outdated Device

Amanda Wills, January 31st, 2011

When is it officially time to lay to rest that CRT television and spring for the slimmer LCD? Or drop that old dishwasher in favor of a newer model? Repair is always an option, but saving money in the long run is even better. Here's when you know it's time to unplug and upgrade. Refrigerator The older your refrigerator is, the ... read more

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Tagged cfl, energy, guide, homeappliances, lightbulbs, recycle, televisions

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The CES 2011 Green Scorecard

Earth911, January 10th, 2011

Written by: Amanda Wills and Jennifer Berry It's the biggest electronics trade show in the world. Period. Walking through the miles of exhibitors on the Consumer Electronics Show floors, you'll see thousands of gadgets and be the first to witness the launch of at least 20,000 new products (seriously). But while electronics manufacturers use CES to display their latest innovations ... read more

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Tagged batteries, ces, computer, energy, packaging, refrigerator, television, televisions

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What is a Producer’s Responsibility?

Megan Dobransky, January 10th, 2011

In 2004, Maine signed into law landmark legislation. The first of its kind, the Maine E-Waste Law mandated that manufacturers be financially responsible for recycling specific electronics; municipalities still ensure collections sites are available and consumers still have to return the products, but manufacturers must pay for recycling costs. In the years since, 24 states have enacted similar legislation, more ... read more

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Tagged computers, electronics, productstewardship, recycling, televisions

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Greenpeace Rates Greenest Electronics at CES, Calls For Improvement

Amanda Wills, January 6th, 2011

LAS VEGAS - Today Greenpeace released its latest product survey, grading the greenest consumer electronics on product shelves. Topping the list was the Asus VW-247H-HF computer monitor, scoring 7.5 out of 10 points. Samsung's Blue Earth was the highest-rated mobile phone with a score of 7.03. Other standouts include the HP Compaq 6005 Pro Ultra-Slim for best desktop (6.06), Asus UL30A ... read more

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Tagged cellphone, ces, computer, computermonitors, recycle, televisions

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Resources for Electronics Recycling in High Demand From Consumers

Jennifer Berry, January 4th, 2011

LAS VEGAS - E-waste, and what to do with it, is a hot topic. Around the country, states have enacted e-cycling legislation, and, as seen through the searches on the Earth911 Recycling Directory, consumers (especially you, our faithful readers) are asking - loudly - what do to with their end-of-life tech. Of more than 240 products with recycling solutions ... read more

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Tagged cdsanddvds, cellphone, computers, televisions

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