By Lela Perkins


There comes a time when even our most beloved electronic gadgets become useless and have to be disposed of. However the fact that they are trash to us does not mean they cannot be treasure to somebody else. Besides disposing of them anyhow might result in the avoidable injury of somebody and will at the same time harm the environment. This being said there are many ways for proper electronics disposal in Austin.

Batteries and common e waste like computers cell phones and printers contain toxic metals like lead and mercury. Throwing them in the trash leads them to landfills. These toxic compounds then reach the soil and water fast and contaminate them such that the using the water for drinking, fish farming et al is impossible. Only with proper disposal of these wastes can it be possible to avoid such pollution on our environment. In addition to disposing of these wastes as recommended you should also reduce purchasing them, at least for the sake of the environment.

Before you decide to dispose of the e waste you should ask yourself whether it is worth disposing of. Majority of us get rid of the gadgets for petty reasons like being outdated. If it can still be used by another person then it would be wise if you donate it to the needy. For instance if it is a computer you can donate it to needy institutions which need it.

Also there are manufacturers who allow for take backs of their products at a fee or for free depending on the condition of the product that you are returning. As a matter of fact it is law in some state for manufacturers of electronic goods to have take back programs. This is aimed at reducing the unprofessional disposal of the goods into the environment.

Before you decide to dispose of the electronic gadgets you should ask yourself whether it is the right choice. Many people throw away these products due to the production of a newer version or simply due to boredom. Donating the gadget to another person could really help them and at the same time rid the globe of unnecessary pollution. You could also sell the gadget and benefit in the process.

Although t is e stewards who ensure that the recycling companies dispose of the goods properly, you could also find out where the goods are going to if the recycling company is not certified by e stewards. Some companies might also be after the money and use uninhibited landfills to dispose of the goods. Although it might seem like a lot of work, remember the good is for the entire globe.

Although you can also get rid of the electronic waste by burying in landfills, there are a couple of advantages of recycling. For one burying is an environmental hazard. The harmful chemicals produced by the electronic products will find their way into the soil and will pollute the air. Also some of the electronic components are non-biodegradable. Recycling also helps in saving energy since very little is used to recycling as compared to mining.

You can play this simple role for the sake of the environment and humanity. Choose either one of the different methods of electronics disposal in Austin. Contribute to well being of the society in the least way you could.




About the Author: