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Electronics Recycling

Top Barriers and Possible Solutions to E-waste Recycling 

There are many barriers to e-waste recycling. As manufacturers release new and more sophisticated versions of electronic devices, consumers get rid of the older models and replace them with the newer versions. This pattern causes the amount of e-waste generated as trash to skyrocket, not to mention the barriers that prevent individuals from willingly participating in e-waste recycling.

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Mahlet Dozier December 12, 2023
IT asset disposition
Electronics Recycling

Choose Recycling Over Other Disposition Methods 

Technology is such an integral part of daily life that upgrades are now a necessity, leaving hundreds of thousands of retired electronic devices for disposal. The problem is not many know exactly what to do with unwanted IT assets. 

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Katelyn Harrison November 28, 2023
Safety in the e-waste industry
ITAD

Best Practices for Safety in the E-waste Industry 

According to data from the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, work-related injuries in the recycling industry were high in 2022. It’s not surprising, considering workers encounter hazards in electronic waste recycling that cause serious injuries, hearing loss, and expose workers to harmful dust and toxic compounds.

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Mahlet Dozier November 16, 2023
HOBI-IT asset management-ITAM
IT Asset Management

Protect IT Assets This Winter

As the temperature begins to drop, it is important to know where to store electronics during the winter to ensure they continue to function correctly. Provided are some tips for protecting IT assets from harsh winter weather. 

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Katelyn Harrison November 8, 2023
E-waste products
Electronics Recycling

Common E-Waste Products Pose Recycling Problems 

Disposable electronics, such as e-cigarettes and vape pens, have posed various health concerns for several years. These disposable products pose environmental issues because they cannot be recycled or thrown in the trash. Recycling is nearly impossible because of how they are manufactured, leaving few disposal methods available.

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Katelyn Harrison October 23, 2023
vITAD-HOBI
ESG

Avoid Greenwashing by Partnering with a vITAD Provider 

More companies strive to reduce their carbon footprint and create environmental ESG goals. However, some are accused of making exaggerated or false claims about environmental promises or greenwashing. Some in the industry are becoming more critical of these environmental claims, and one way to ensure your business follows through with environmental ESG goals is proper IT asset disposition. 

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Katelyn Harrison August 29, 2023
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