E-Waste in the Environment
The environment is constantly harmed by improper disposal of electronic waste. Substances from e-waste can end up in our landfills and get into our air, land and water systems.
Electronic waste can contain harmful and toxic substances, such as:
Chlorinated chemicals
Toxic gases
Metals
Acids
Lead
Cadmium
Lead Oxide
Barium
Mercury
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Did you know that...
In 2005, Americans tossed out over 5.5 billion pounds of electronics.
Presently, approximately 75% of obsolete electronics are being stored or warehoused.
The useful life of a computer is only 3 to 5 years and, as technology advances increase, is shrinking.
Electronic products are made from valuable resources, including precious and other metals, engineered plastics, glass and other materials.
Glass screens or CRTS in computer monitors and televisions can contain as much as 27% lead.
Source: EPA, October 2000, Solid Waste and Emergency Response / 5306W, EPA530-N-00-007
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