Technology motivate us to buy the new thin screen television. The new Android phone released by Google. The fastest computer. The new radar detector. Captivated with electronics, we want the latest models, then we have the problem of what to do with the old ones. Why not recycle them instead of tossing it in the trash. Electronic recycling is a way to protect the environment and our health. Most people don`t realize there are a lot of toxic materials in all electronic devices. These toxic materials, lead, mercury, arsenic, cadmium and brominate flame retardants have been found to be associated with a big number of health problems, including liver and kidney disease, cancer, neurological abnormalities, and damage to reproductive and respiratory systems. As the electronic deteriorates in landfills releases toxins that could leach into soil and water, or become airborne. They also contain valuable elements such as metals and plastic. Adding to televisions, computers and all types of telephones, candidates for electronic recycling include gaming systems, Mp3 and CD players, cameras, VHS and DVD players, radios, recorders, radar detectors, radar laser detectors and stereo components. Before you trash them, delete personal data from your old computer and remove your cell phone`s identity module (sim) card. You may also donate them for reuse, making sure they still work. Give them to nonprofit organization that refurbishes them for people in need.
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