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e-wasteDiscarded electronics. Every year, there is an enormous number of computer and electronic devices that become obsolete and are thrown in the trash. Lead, cadmium, mercury and other toxic materials used in this equipment can contaminate the environment. It was estimated that between 2003 and 2010, more than three billion consumer electronic devices would be discarded. |
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Properly disposing of electronic waste and the hazards it presents to our environment is our day-to-day business. The chapters on recycling and on the flow of electronic waste from consumers to landfills and the export of waste to developing countries are well written and detailed. Crews will collect up to 15 gallons or 125 pounds of household toxics per vehicle - items such as antifreeze, car batteries, used motor oil, paint, pesticides, household batteries, fluorescent light bulbs and electronic waste such as TVs and monitors, computers, VCRs, stereos and cell phones at the free drop-off. |
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