Electronic Waste: An Emerging Threat to the Environment

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Electronic Waste: An Emerging Threat to the Environment

Electronic waste is devastating to the environment. Go through these interesting e-waste recycling facts and figures to understand the severity of the problem.

Electronic Waste Globally

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Global e-waste is expected to grow by 8% per year. Almost 7% of the world’s gold may be contained in the e-waste. 40% of e-waste generated in the US, Canada, and Europe is exported to Asia. Only 67 countries have legislation to deal with e-waste.

Electronic Waste in the US > > > >

Americans own approximately 24 electronic products per house. Every person produces roughly 20kg of e-waste annually in the US. Only 19 states have a law banning electronics from regular trash. Recycling 1 million laptops can save energy to run 3, 5000 US homes for a year.

Ways to Reduce the E-Waste Manufacturers should design safe, durable, recyclable, and repairable electronics.

People should repair and reduce the devices rather than throwing them away.

Resist buying a new device until you really need it.

Donate old electronics to the needy with the help of social groups and NGOs.

Hire https://thekingofrecycling.com/ e-waste recycling and removal services to get rid of e-waste.

If you are looking for a responsible e-waste recycler in Clovis, count on Xtreme Green Recycling. Save your community, save your planet! Call Us at: 559-475-3932 Email ID: xtremegreenrecycling@gmail.com

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Address: 1090 Cole Ave Clovis, CA 93612


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