Shredding vs. Degaussing in 2025: Best Practices for Data Destruction
Data destruction is a requirement, not an option. Schools, retailers, banks, government agencies, medical practices, and so many other organizations possess critical information that could cause financial or personal harm […]
Is Your Smart Home Eco-Friendly?
Eco-friendly is defined as being “not environmentally harmful.” An eco-friendly home is one that lowers impact on the environment while also improving your health and well-being. As more people turn […]
The Rise of Modular Electronics: A Game-Changer for Computer Recycling
With the release of the UN’s 2024 statistics on electronic waste, a few alarming facts were revealed.11 billion pounds of e-waste around the world comprises small IT equipment like laptops […]
The Challenges of E-Waste Recycling for State and Local Governments
People love their electronic gadgets. When a new phone model comes out, they line up to get the latest technology. An older computer slows down and gets replaced. TV screens […]
The Social Responsibility of Electronics Manufacturers in E-Waste Recycling
Recycling facilities around the nation face ever-growing piles of discarded electronics every month. Per the Global E-Waste Monitor, the amount of e-waste increases by approximately 2.86 million tons each year. […]
The Rise of E-Waste Recycling Events in Communities Across America
How many electronic devices do you have in your home? What about small appliances like a toaster, blender, coffeemaker, etc. All of those electronic items contain metals, glass, and plastic […]
Celebrating Earth Day with Electronics Recycling: A Guide for Businesses
April 22nd falls on a Tuesday in 2025 – it’s a day known best as Earth Day. Peace activist John McConnell came up with the idea in 1969, and Senator […]
How the Rise in Remote Work Is Increasing E-Waste and What You Can Do About It
Remote work isn’t new. People have been working from home for decades, but the pandemic brought its convenience and value to light. Before the pandemic, an estimated 6.5% of workers […]
The Lifecycle of a Refurbished Laptop at ERI
Statistics show that most people buy a new laptop every three to five years. With proper maintenance and care, a laptop can last upwards of 10 years before it reaches […]
It’s the Small Things: How to Recycle Office Tech Accessories
In any office, whether it’s offices in a towering building or a home office, there are dozens of tech accessories that wear out each year. Some of the most common […]