Articles related to "Electronic Waste"

New technology breeds electronic obsolescence, creating a growing e-waste environmental problem. Even electronic waste recycling can have negative environmental impacts.

Suggestions and links to other resources to help recycle items beyond the usual paper, glass, aluminum and plastic.

Broken or outdated monitors, video game systems and keyboards may contain lead, mercury, and other toxic materials that could harm people and contaminate soil and water.

E-waste is a growing environmental problem which does not lend itself to traditional waste management solutions. An integrated life cycle approach to e-waste is needed.

Now that analog is out and a new laptop is under the Christmas tree, how to dispose of the old unit is a problem. Here are some practical suggestions.

WIth a growing awareness of how important it is to recycle computers, there are now numerous ways to recycle or donate a used computer.

Hazardous waste export causes environmental problems in developing countries. The environmental benefits of reducing waste are negated when waste material is exported.

Where do our old computers and cell phones go when we just throw them away? Many times they end up in other countries causing extreme health issues and pollution.

Dispose of old computers and computer components through proper programs to ensure environmental safety.

Tin whiskers are mysterious, hair-like metal crystals that sprout from circuit boards and hardware, causing shorts and power failures in critical electronic systems.

Find out what e-waste is, how it's effecting the environment, and simple things you can do to stop it.

Make money on outdated cell phones, laptops and gaming consoles by going green. Earn extra cash and help the environment by ecycling old electronics.

Halfway across the globe Beijing is reconstructed 24 hours a day. Recycled metals extracted from U.S. landfills are used in China's construction explosion.

Solar power is the ultimate renewable energy source. Here is an introduction to the basic science that makes all solar energy technologies possible.

With Apple's new approach to environmental responsibilities, perhaps it will set an example for other companies to follow and reduce e-waste and its consequences.