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Electronic waste, commonly referred to as "e-waste", includes all types of obsolete and discarded computers, electronics, office equipment, cellular phones, monitors, televisions, audio equipment and more.
Rapid improvements in technology, lower prices and planned obsolescence have resulted in an overwhelming surplus of electronic waste around the world. The United States is the global leader in producing e-waste. According to the Consumer Electronics Association, Americans now own 24 electronic devices per household. And most businesses upgrade their IT systems every three to five years due to lifecycle upgrades. An estimated 50 million tons of electronic waste is produced globally every year.
Most electronic waste contains secondary scrap or commodities such as lead, copper, gold and other precious metals. Although these materials can be hazardous if discarded improperly, they are scarce and valuable resources suitable for reclamation. Recycling e-waste extends the life of reusable components and prevents harmful materials from being deposited in landfills. It is estimated that 70% of the heavy metals in U.S. landfills comes from electronic waste.
CRT monitors and televisions are especially harmful if disposed of improperly due to their high content of lead and phospors. The EPA categorizes both as hazardous household waste and prohibits known hazardous materials from landfills.
More than half of the U.S. states have laws regarding the proper disposal of computers and electronic waste. Corporations assume liability for irresponsibly disposing of e-waste. eWaste eXpress will help your corporation achieve compliance with state and federal laws and further your corporate commitment to protecting the environment.
Recycling raw materials from obsolete electronics is the most effective remedy to the expanding e-waste problem. By sorting, dismantling and recovering valuable materials, eWaste eXpress is committed to being a part of the solution.
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