by Lee Rickwood
Along with reuse, rescue, and repair, we do have plenty of R words. Like reduce, as in reducing the amount of e-stuff we buy in the first place. And reconsider, as in reconsidering our personal wants and desires in light of global issues and realities.
By Christine Persaud
What do you do with old tech gadgets? You could resell online and make a few bucks. But donating is also a great option, especially for simpler, less powerful, older model tech devices that aren’t in demand. They can make the world of difference for someone who doesn’t have access to tech.
By Christine Persaud
While the second-hand economy is thriving as a new generation seeks to get the most out of their products, the reality is that lots of electronics still end up in landfills. And this is harmful to the environment. This is why it’s absolutely crucial to recycle your old electronics.
By Christine Persaud
While you might initially think buying refurbished is a recipe for disappointment, it can actually save you tons. You can get a higher-end product than you budget might otherwise allow, and it may very well be a new product, or at least function like new.
by Lee Rickwood
As industry, governments and consumers seek to tackle the problem of electronic waste and rising prices, refurbishing and reusing pre-owned products is an option to carefully consider.
By Yasmin Ranade
Canadian businesses should be researching methods to properly evaluate the viability of their organization’s devices and investing in strategies to extend their lifespan
by Lee Rickwood
The dangers that e-waste recycling poses to the health of future generations generates a call to action to reduce children’s exposure to harmful e-waste activities.
By Lee Rickwood
There’s plenty of room for growth: with more than 180,000 metric tons of li-ion batteries available for recycling worldwide in 2019, barely over half were recycled