7 REASONS YOU SHOULD RECYCLE YOUR OLD COMPUTER

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7 REASONS YOU SHOULD RECYCLE YOUR OLD COMPUTER
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Computer Recycling

• Advancement in technology continues to grow at a
  galloping rate, such that every year better
  models of computers are released. This in return
  renders the old models obsolete, and since they
  cannot be thrown away as trash, computer
  recycling becomes a better option. Computer
  recycling refers to giving old computers to your
  local waste facility for the disassembly of
  components, which can be reused as raw material
  for a new purpose.
• According to a research that was conducted by
  UNEP, the world wide scale of total waste
  generated by computer products annually is
  approximately 49 million metric tons. This makes
  computer recycling an important move, considering
  the rate at which they are manufactured. Here are
  some of the reasons why computer recycling is
  important.

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Benefits of Computer Recycling

• Recycling Old Computers Helps to Conserve Natural
  Resources
• When the disassembly of components is done, a lot
  of materials can be recovered from the old
  electronics. These materials can be reused as raw
  materials to make new products, thus reducing the
  need and the cost to mine new materials. For
  instance, the metals recovered from computers
  circuit board can be recycled to make new circuit
  boards for other electronics.

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• Recycling Old Computers Can Help Protect the
  Environment
• Recycling is very environment-friendly, as it
  prevents hazardous waste like carcinogens and
  lead from entering the atmosphere. Many old
  electronics contain harmful materials like lead
  and mercury, and if disposed of improperly, may
  harm humans or the environment. Instead of
  dumping them or keeping them in the house,
  recycling them is the most appropriate option.

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• Computer Recycling Creates Local Employment
• Considering that more than 90 of computer
  products are recyclable, recycling can play a
  very fundamental role in creating employment.
  This is guaranteed, because new firms dealing in
  electronic waste recycling will emerge and the
  existing ones will continue to grow. This can be
  boosted by the increase in demand for computer
  recycling.

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• Computer Recycling Supports the Community
• As part of social responsibility, donating old
  computer products can play a significant role in
  the growth of the community. Old computers can be
  donated to low-income families to enable them to
  have access to technology they could not have
  afforded otherwise. These computers can also be
  refurbished and used in schools or in charitable
  organizations.

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• Eco-Friendly Benefits
• The level of electronic waste being dumped on a
  daily basis heavily affects the environment. With
  time, the waste grows until it limits the natural
  resources by taking up space. If these toxins
  infiltrate the water system, they can cause water
  pollution. Recycling can help reserve these
  consequences and protect the environment from
  pollution.

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• Economic Benefits
• Recycling old computers does not only do the
  environment a favor, but your pocket as well.
  Nowadays, many retail shops are offering trade-in
  options where you take an old electronic and
  trade it with a new one at a very friendly cost.
  Buying a new one is quite costly, but trading
  with an old one benefits both the manufacturer
  and the consumer.

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• Recycling Helps Reutilize Resources
• Recycling helps in the utilization of materials
  used in the initial manufacturing process. Many
  parts of computer hardware are reusable, and
  recycling them prevents them from going to waste.
  When recycling is done, fewer resources and
  energy are needed to manufacture the same
  products.
• Instead of keeping the old computers that are
  just attracting dust in the house, it is
  advisable to consider recycling them. This is
  extremely beneficial to both the environment and
  the surrounding community.

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