The use of electronic products has dramatically changed and improved the way we live. Consumer demand for new and innovative technologies has never been greater. There is concern that demand for the latest technical advancement will result in rapid obsolescence and the generation of large volumes of used or discarded electronic products.

Product reuse is often the most environmentally beneficial and economically efficient outcome since reuse eliminates the need for processing, which may produce by-products requiring disposal. First, you must assess the equipment. What type of equipment is it and how old is it? If you have a computer that is working and contains a Pentium 166 or PowerMac 7200/120 (or newer) chip, the computer is suitable for direct reuse.

Everyone has a role to play in promoting the increased reuse and recycling of used electronics, including manufacturers, local governments, the recycling industry, and private citizens. Because the electronics industry has the expertise to design and manufacture products, its primary focus is to keep end-of-life considerations in mind at the design stage. This promotes the increased reuse and recycling of used electronics by lowering recycling costs and enhancing reuse capabilities.

Product reuse is often the most environmentally beneficial and economically efficient outcome since reuse eliminates the need for processing, which may produce by-products requiring disposal. First, you must assess the equipment. What type of equipment is it and how old is it? If you have a computer that is working and contains a Pentium 166 or PowerMac 7200/120 (or newer) chip, the computer is suitable for direct reuse.

There is a fee for recycling most electronic equipment (cell phones and printer cartridges are free). These funds are used to offset the cost of collection, storage, and marketing of the materials. In most cases, items must be disassembled before they can be recycled, a labor-intensive process that often requires handling toxic substances. Eco-Cycle works only with certified, domestic electronic recyclers.

A:You absolutely can recycle your old computer. A few options exist: If your computer can be reused, consider taking it to one of the local organizations that offer computer refurbishment for community purposes. Examples are Goodwill and the Computer Recycling Center, and they will take your computer for free. For more than five systems, contact the CRC directly through their Web site at www.crc.org to request a pick up under "Business Pickups". A fee may apply.

Many electronic products - like computers, TV's and telephones - contain parts that can be harmful to the environment. These items don't belong in the garbage. Recycle old or non-working electronics instead. For items that are still working, consider donating them to a local charity. Reusable electronics should be Pentium 3 or higher and be less than five years old. For a list of charities contact the Recycling Hotline at (360) 676-5723.

We can re-use/recycle the packaging and will supply an address label with your order. You can use this address label to post the box back to us (carefully sealed in a dustbin liner) and we will refund the cost of the postage to your credit card when we receive the box back. Either as an insulated cool box ? simply use gel ice packs and seal the lid and your food will stay cool and/or frozen for 2 ? 3 hours. Ideal for holidays, days out or getting chilled/frozen food back from the supermarket.

There is a fee to help cover the costs of processing. Prices will vary according to the quantities and materials dropped off. We will also pick up recyclable electronic equipment for your business for an additional fee.

Please do! In fact, we encourage it. Soy Candles by Phebes is committed to being as environmentally friendly as possible. We make it easy for you to be as well. Soy Candles by Phebes candle containers are made from heavy glass and are intended to be reused. You may safely burn our candles until they extinguish themselves. This ensures there is no wax left in the bottom of the container and facilitates easy recycling. The wick tab is attached to the bottom of the glass by an adhesive tab.

Recent industry studies project that 500 million wireless phones could enter the waste stream by 2005. In general, a wireless phone handset consists of 40% metals, 40% plastics, and 20% ceramics and other trace metals. Wireless device chargers can be recycled to recover copper. Wireless handsets can be recycled to recover plastics. Circuit boards can be recycled to recover precious metals such as gold, silver and palladium and other materials such as copper, lead, and zinc.

Besides listing your unwanted materials on a waste exchange, there are some other steps you can take to reduce waste and your impact on the environment. For tips on starting a recycling program, educating your employees, strategies to prevent waste by business type, waste prevention success stories at Oregon businesses and more, visit the Commercial Waste Reduction Clearinghouse at: http://www.deq.state.or.us/wmc/cwrc.

HUMIRA comes in single-dose, pre-filled Pens or in pre-filled syringes. The needle is not removable or reusable. You should always check with your healthcare provider for instructions on how to properly dispose of used Pens and syringes. You should follow any special state or local laws regarding the proper disposal of Pens and syringes. DO NOT throw the Pen or syringe in the household trash or recycle.

We aren't directly involved in recycling issues. Some retailers offer battery recycling programs, such as Mountain Equipment Co-op, London Drugs, The Source, local computer shops, and more. You can find out more through the Electronics Recycling Association. If in doubt, ask wherever you buy electronics.

No recycling available so ask vendors to avoid using these. Donate reused packing peanuts in clean and usable condition to Mail Services for reuse in their packing service program. Mail Services will store a quantity sufficient to their needs; surplus packing peanuts are available to the MIT community by calling x3-6000.

Occasionally our labels really stick to the jar. Try soaking it in warm water for an hour or so. Rubbing alcohol or Goof-Off will get those real stubborn ones off.

It is estimated that computer and electronic equipment is approximately one percent of the annual 209,700,000 tons of solid waste generated in the United States, and it is estimated that the total volume of computer and electronic equipment recycled in the U.S. was approximately 134,000 tons in 1998 and another 1.3 million units were "reused" by third parties.

Lead is a naturally-occurring raw material that has been used in many products throughout human history due to its special properties. It is used in most electronics because it is uniquely capable of meeting the stringent performance standards required by current technology. Tin-lead solder is primarily used to connect electronic components because of its flexibility and durability under normal and extreme condition of use.

Some electronic products, such as laptop computers, digital cameras, and flat panel televisions, contain small mercury-containing lamps that provide energy-efficient illumination. Currently, there is no cost-effective alternative to mercury-containing lamps in electronic products. The amount of mercury in these lamps is very small and is usually measured in micrograms. Furthermore, the industry???s use of mercury provides overall environmental benefits.

The goals of the 2006-2007 Electronics Recycling and Reuse Challenge (ERRC) were to demonstrate the federal government's commitment to electronics stewardship at end-of-life; to address problems associated with electronics recycling in the federal sector; and to recognize agency efforts to reuse and recycle excess or surplus electronics.

Yes. We provide each client with a Certificate of Assured Destruction (COAD), which certifies that the materials we received were handled in strict compliance with State and Federal regulations. These COADs release our clients from all liability and puts the burden of safe recycling on us. This documented information is important for your tax records and for contesting any claims.

Excess Recycle accepts e-waste at the administrative offices of Connections located at 141 W. San Antonio Street. Materials may be droppped off on the covered porch facing San Antonio Street 24 hours a day. More information about excess recycle is available at www.excessrecycle.com. Our local Goodwill store, located at 1075 S. Walnut Ave., is a participant in Goodwill's Reconnect program. This program accepts used electronics and computeres for free, during normal collection hours.

Yes, but only at the Eco-Cycle/City of Boulder Center for Hard-to-Recycle Materials (CHaRM). The CHaRM accepts clean, white block foam typically used for packaging computers and other electronics, wine, etc. (as seen in photo to left). The CHaRM also accepts rigid white foam insulation typically found around building foundations. Eco-Cycle DOES NOT accept food grade foam packaging (to-go containers, meat trays, disposable cups, etc.

Used motor oil contains many toxins. When used motor oil is disposed of improperly, these toxins can get into the water we drink and the food we eat.

EIA and its members are taking the lead to ensure that when electronic products are designed, they are designed in ways that minimize their overall impact on the environment to the extent technologically feasible and consistent with performance and safety requirements. EIA members have also been working to promote the environmentally sound, economically efficient management of used electronics.