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How Recycling Scrap Metal Helps Reduce Greenhouse Gases?

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  Global warming has been increasing over the years, and one of the most effective ways for businesses to participate is scrap metal recycling , which will help to reduce greenhouse gases. It can be melted down and used in a wide range of industries. Higher greenhouse gas emissions caused by human activity result in, among other things, much more severe seasons and storms. The gas that powers our cars and planes, the electricity that lights up our homes and offices, and the energy that drives global manufacturing are all derived from fossil fuels. Metals such as aluminum, copper, steel, and iron can all be recycled. When compared to raw materials, manufacturing products from recycled metals uses less energy, reduces carbon emissions, and uses less water. Scrap metal is a valuable resource to recycle because commercial recyclers and scrap metal yards will buy it at market value. Metals such as lead and mercury are classified as hazardous materials and must be disposed of properly. R...

Computer Recycling: How Does it Work?

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  Technology advancement makes you keep up with the latest technology and you probably have old computers lying around that you have no idea what to do with. These electronic devices contain toxic and hazardous chemicals that are released into the environment.  The process of recovering material from old devices for use in new products is known as e-waste or electronics recycling. Electronic waste is also known as e-scrap or e-waste which is produced by broken electronic devices. When we reuse or reprocess discarded desktop computers and laptops is referred to as computer recycling. Computer components such as monitors, screens, keyboards, motherboards, and central processors are also included. It helps to promote human and environmental health by disposing of computers and their parts in an environmentally friendly manner. Computers are typically constructed from cadmium, silicon, lead, mercury, and a variety of other materials. Here is a step-by-step procedure how are comput...

E-Waste & its Negative Effects on the Environment

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  E-Waste is also known as electronic waste, is an electronic product or product containing electronic components that have come towards the end of their “useful life”. Electronic devices contain toxic substances – therefore they must be handled with care when no longer needed. If you do not need the product and think it’s outdated, consumers can donate it to someone who needs it. Suppose if the product is broken and not reusable, it is advisable to give it to a certified e-waste recycler instead of throwing it in the garbage. E-waste in recent years has affected the health of humans and also it has negative effects on the environment. E-waste includes  electronic scrap  like computers, televisions, printers, cellphones, batteries, etc. Anything that runs on electricity that you’ve decided to get rid of. These devices contain harmful chemicals like mercury, lead, beryllium, etc. When these chemicals end up in our soil, air, and water, it affects the environment. E-waste h...