E-Waste Recylcing

What is E-Waste Recycling

E-waste is a popular, informal name for electronic products nearing the end of their useful life. Computers, Televisions, VCR’s, Stereos, Copiers, and fax machines are common electronic products.

Most of the electronics contain toxic materials like lead, flame retardants, and chromium. These materials can cause damage to human kidneys, the blood and the nervous system, Ilene Lubell, president of the Mayer Metals Corporation, which recycles old electronics for businesses.

Why can't i just throw my old devices and batteries away?

If your electronics wind up in a landfill, they don’t just leave behind wires and plastic (which is a big problem itself). If dumped or improperly disposed of e-waste can damage you and the environment. Most of the electronics contain toxic materials like lead, flame retardants, and chromium. These materials can cause damage to human kidneys, the blood and the nervous system, Ilene Lubell, president of the Mayer Metals Corporation, which recycles old electronics for businesses.