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Electronic waste, or e-waste, is any electronic product discarded by the owner. E-waste is growing at an alarming rate. It is estimated that approximately 50 million tons of electronics are thrown away each year. Electronic waste includes all types of devices with a digital display and electricity as part of their function. This includes computers, computer monitors, printers and scanners, cell phones and other mobile devices, televisions, and other home electronics such as stereo systems and gaming consoles. E-waste also includes cables, wires, and cords used with these items, batteries, and chargers. M&M Waste can take care of your e-waste disposal needs.
There are many benefits to disposing of your old electronics properly. First of all, if you just throw them away with the regular trash, there is a chance that they will end up in a landfill or incinerator where they will release harmful toxins into the environment for years to come.
Secondly, some communities offer programs for recycling old electronic devices so that they can be reused or repurposed instead of thrown into landfills, where they will eventually break down into harmful chemicals. Finally, if you sell your old device online or donate it to someone who needs it more than you do, you can get money back from it and put that money towards something else!
An e-waste company guarantees data erasure so you won’t worry about your personal information ending up in the wrong hands. Data theft and identity theft are major concerns when disposing of electronics. For these reasons, choosing a reliable electronic waste removal company like M&M Waste is critical.
When it comes to data security, the last thing you want is for sensitive information to end up in the wrong hands. This is where using an e-waste company can help. They guarantee complete data erasure and offer various security levels depending on your data's sensitivity.
First, remove any personal information from your device. Remove any SIM cards from mobile phones and smartphones and destroy them by bending them into a circle shape until they break apart. M&M Waste will remove all data, but you will need your SIM Card, memory cards, etc.
When disposing of electronic waste, it's important to remember that nothing is truly "disposable" these days. It may be tempting to just throw your old phone out in the trash, but there are plenty of reasons why you shouldn't do this.
Next, remove rechargeable batteries from any electronics used and recycle them separately. These batteries contain hazardous materials such as mercury and cadmium, which can pollute landfills when they're improperly disposed of.
For starters, many states have rules against throwing out certain types of electronics in their landfills or recycling centers. And then there's the fact that many people use those same devices to store sensitive information like financial records and passwords — information that can easily be accessed by anyone who finds your discarded machine. M&M Waste are expert at disposing of your electronics safely and securely.
