2024-04-25 13:09
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Recycle Technologies, Inc. is a midwest based, Minority Owned e-waste and fluorescent lamp recycler. With licensed facilities in Minnesota and Wisconsin we offer a wide range of services and therefore are able to schedule local commercial pick ups or accept residential drop offs.
2024-04-25 11:52
Recycling has become a widely recognized practice today, and to claim there are some issues and disadvantages of recycling can be a bold statement to make. There is no denying the fact that… Read More
2024-04-18 12:52
As the technology boom surges, the life cycles of digital products are dwindling, leading to a rapid increase in electronic waste. However, recycling old computers is essential for not only… Read More
2024-04-18 08:43
Ever wondered what to do with that burnt-out bulb collecting dust in your lamp? Tossing it in the trash might seem convenient, but it's not the most eco-friendly solution. Then! What? Learn… Read More
2024-04-18 08:28
As technology advances at a rapid pace, many of us find ourselves upgrading our televisions to keep up with the latest features and capabilities that aren’t in old TV’s capacity… Read More
2024-04-18 08:14
Recycling! Recycling! Recycling plays a crucial role in mitigating the environmental impacts of waste. However, like any other system, it has its own set of drawbacks. In the context of elec… Read More
2024-04-18 08:04
The world today is a global village. In this interconnected world electronic gadgets are a central part of our day-to-day lives. However, the advent of technological advancements have also g… Read More
2024-04-15 10:37
Why Recycle Old Laptops? Recycling old laptops is not only an environmentally conscious choice, but it also contributes to lessening the burden of electronic waste. With e-waste stats gettin… Read More
2024-04-15 09:23
It is estimated that 3 Billion batteries are discarded by Americans each year and around a whopping 20,000 fires are caused by lithium-ion batteries. These fires primarily erupt due to issue… Read More
2024-04-15 08:17
Recycling Christmas lights is a crucial step in reducing waste and embracing energy-efficient LED lights, especially after the holiday season when the spirit of the festivities has dimmed bu… Read More
2024-04-15 08:06
It goes without saying that recycling old or broken microwaves is crucial for preventing hazardous materials from contaminating ecosystems 3 4. E-waste, including microwaves, constitutes the… Read More
2024-04-09 16:00
In modern-day recycling, safeguarding confidential data is more important than ever. From healthcare data to financial records to personal information enterprises and individuals must adopt… Read More
2024-04-08 09:28
With the fast pace of technological advancement and increasing use of electronic gadgets, the concern for keeping batteries out of landfills has surged. This has put a growing focus on batte… Read More
2024-04-08 08:58
The production of e-waste has skyrocketed in recent years with the advent of the technology boom and continues to rise as more and better companies fill the landscape with even more exciting… Read More
2024-04-05 10:59
With increased reliance on electronic devices, the stream of e-waste is exploding at an exponential rate. While irresponsible disposal of these devices can cause limitless environmental haza… Read More
2024-04-05 09:32
The amount of E-waste produced globally has skyrocketed in recent years due to advancements in technology, easy accessibility due to reduced costs, shifts in the media industry, and a myriad… Read More
2024-03-29 12:20
How to Recycle old phone? In the modern era that we live in, technological advancements occur at an exponential rate. Each year, new and improved cell phones take over the market, boos… Read More
2024-03-20 11:44
Recycling is crucial to the circular economy, helping to preserve the Earth’s natural resources. As the world increases its consumption of finite resources, recycling has been recogniz… Read More
2024-01-19 05:26
The never-ending need for electronic equipment is generating the world’s fastest-growing waste stream...
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2024-01-19 05:24
Authorities in Hennepin County, Minnesota have accused the head of an electronics recycling company of...
The post E-scrap processor charged with illegal dumping appeared first on Recycle Te… Read More
2024-01-19 05:22
Where do you send your used mercury-containing lamps when they leave your building? If your answer...
The post Sham Lighting Recyclers – Are You At Risk appeared first on Recycle Techn… Read More
2024-01-19 05:21
The ALMR and its members take regulatory compliance seriously. Unfortunately, from time to time we...
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2024-01-19 05:20
This April 22nd will mark the fortieth anniversary of Earth Day, which some might call an occasion we...
The post Reduce, Reuse, Recycle… Re-examine appeared first on Recycle Technolo… Read More
2024-01-19 05:20
When companies adopt a commercial recycling solution, they do so out of some belief in the process’s...
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2023-12-29 12:39
Recycling is a complex process, but it does not have to be. Not only does recycling responsibly help with conservation of natural resources, but it is also a wonderful way to help human heal… Read More
2023-12-28 16:54
Haven’t you ever wondered what to do with your mercury containing devices after their life runs out? Now eventually every device has a point where it is no longer usable and left in th… Read More
2023-12-23 12:59
They say new is always better than what better way to decorate our houses this winter than to go for new things. Although, buying new things would mean you would need to get rid of the old o… Read More
2023-12-22 13:11
Recycling is a complex process, which is why it makes some skeptics feel like it is not as effective as science says. Not only does recycling responsibly help with conservation of natural re… Read More
2023-12-20 13:23
Technology is advancing at a fast pace. The same goes for consumers. The main issue is electronic waste. What we are going to do will be all the electronics that are no longer of us. Of cour… Read More
2023-12-14 13:40
Smart Air Conditioner introduced a new range of air conditioners that use chips and electronic equipment that have made the old ones obsolete. However, what do we do with the old ones after… Read More
2023-12-12 10:58
The more you change, the more everything remains the same. This is what you can expect. Recycling is not just about throwing your waste into trash. It is more about you making a difference… Read More
2023-12-08 13:08
With each passing year, recycling companies and researchers put significant efforts into handling the growing e-waste concerns. Many of these efforts revolve around making sustainable practi… Read More
2023-12-06 13:15
The landscape of the battery recycling industry is evolving at a rapid pace. With the inclusion of EV batteries, companies are looking for ways to identify long-term sustainable solutions. A… Read More
2023-12-05 11:44
We seldom notice smoke detectors, except for the odd unpleasant squeak when the batteries need to be changed. They are, nonetheless, a crucial element of your fire safety equipment since the… Read More
2023-12-01 12:46
Recycling e-waste has become one of the escalated ecological issues of the 21st century, thanks to our non-conformity to sustainability. While exclusively telling people to be responsible an… Read More
2023-11-30 06:47
Recycling might feel preachy at times, but there are many reasons why you need to pay attention to its necessity. Not only does recycling help with a marked reduction in carbon footprints, b… Read More
2023-11-28 15:05
With Winter just around the corner, it is becoming a hassle to get out of homes and do our tasks and chores. Remote jobs have somehow made it possible to do our jobs but what about the rest… Read More
2023-11-27 12:33
Electronic recycling received attention in the USA with the increase of e-waste in 1976. The EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) passed the RCRA for resource conservation and recovery. Thi… Read More
2023-11-23 12:59
We live in times where privacy is particularly important and considered a vital right for everyone. While this privacy cannot be 100% achieved, it can somehow be close to perfection. W… Read More
2023-11-22 05:54
For many Americans, Thanksgiving is a joyous time, an official start of the holiday season. It i… Read More
2023-11-21 11:23
What harm can a light bulb do to humans? It is only a light source that has been powering our residential and commercial areas since the 1880s. Without the proper knowledge of a light bulb r… Read More
2023-11-17 14:00
While the whole purpose of air purifiers and humidifiers is to make our life easier, after a while it starts working negatively. Each appliance has a life span of its own after which it need… Read More
2023-11-16 13:21
The festive season is just around the corner. Thanksgiving is fast approaching. And just like every year we are thankful for many things. But there are some things we are not so that keen of… Read More
2023-11-15 07:01
What is the first word that comes to mind when we see those three green arrows pointing at each other in a circle? Thanks to the National America Recycles Day on 15th of November, we now hav… Read More
2023-11-13 12:32
Purchasing energy-efficient appliances is only one end of the bargain. Following proper measures for appliance waste handling holds the other end of the sustainability spectrum. Dryer recycl… Read More
2023-11-10 11:09
In 1801, Alessandro Volta invented the first battery. His first attempts were modest in design, consisting of basic objects: thin sheets of copper, cardboard, and zinc separated by moist lea… Read More
2023-11-08 13:09
A simple “computer recycling near me” can show hundreds of results, but obviously not all of them are as good as they say. There is not much of an option too: technology is evolv… Read More
2023-11-07 13:36
There are several advantages to recycling keyboards. One of the most important benefits is that it reduces the quantity of electronic scrap transported to landfills and incinerators. We can… Read More
2023-11-03 13:08
Recycle laptops are critical in reducing the impact of outdated models. The laptop usage increased to get full control over charging for maximum benefits. The old laptops are thrown into loc… Read More
2023-11-02 11:52
E-waste is a complex stream of hazardous waste. The exponential rise in the e-waste generation has gained public and political interest. The demand for the extraction of valuable secondary r… Read More
2023-10-31 11:54
Recycling is undergoing massive changes overall, with regular updates that result in a new way to renew an electronic component, or to find better ways to generate eco-friendly devices.
As i… Read More
2023-10-30 10:47
Save disposal of TV sets in a sustainable way is paramount. TV recycling has received global attention in the past few years. Open Burning of old tubes produces toxic fumes and leachate cont… Read More
2023-10-27 11:23
Earlier this year, the Biden administration announced a new plan to slowly phase out fluorescent light bulbs in favor of modern LED lights. For quite some time, people have been silently obs… Read More
2023-10-25 12:29
It is not easy to let go. Some items are hard to dispose of. Great memories are attached to them. But if we do not part ways with them, they will cause harm to us. An old Kodak camera create… Read More
2023-10-24 13:09
In April, the Canadian Department of Education, Culture and Employment offices in Lahm Ridge Tower suffered an unlikely hard drive data breach. Some 3000 people had their income assistance d… Read More
2023-10-23 12:56
Recycling your dead graphic card is the only way to stop those nightmares about it dying. Learn how Recycle Technologies help you overcome your fears but recycling electronic waste properly… Read More
2023-10-19 13:42
Whether we like it or not, getting to a sustainable battery recycling future will not happen overnight. Certain crucial elements are vital in driving our combined efforts forward. Cobalt and… Read More
2023-10-18 14:10
Printers and scanners are seen as inventions that made it easier to generate paper documents, scan them, and share them around the world via the Internet. This device, when invented, was use… Read More
2023-10-16 10:33
According to EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) regulations, the materials inside a ballast must always be incinerated. Only the non-leaking ones need… Read More
2023-10-12 13:39
Computer waste is a very major problem in the 21st century. People tend to buy new computers instead of repairing old ones. Though it may cost less than buying new computers, you can never b… Read More
2023-10-10 13:22
Recycling electronic waste is no longer a choice. It is to become clear that if we don’t do it, we risk the future of our loved ones. We can’t deny the fact what the government i… Read More
2023-10-09 11:20
We have regulations that mandate personal and corporate data security. The primary reason governments and organizations were compelled to make such laws in the first place is because data is… Read More
2023-10-06 13:43
Life may not owe us a shred, but that is certainly not true with paper shredding services. We owe much to this planet if we ever hope to survive as a species. But the future of shedding serv… Read More
2023-10-04 11:27
Electronic waste refers to discarded, end-of-life, broken electrical or electronic products. It is a hazardous waste with a negative impact on health and the environment. The improper treatm… Read More
2023-10-02 15:32
It is believed that global e-waste has $60 billion (about $180 per person in the US) in raw minerals such as gold, palladium, silver, and copper. However, just 17 percent of global e-waste i… Read More
2023-09-28 13:14
Batteries are devices that can convert chemical energy into electrical by means of an electrochemical reaction. They provide backup power during a power outage. Rechargeable batteries are us… Read More
2023-09-27 13:36
Recycling has become the replacement for traditional waste disposal systems in the last three decades, with remarkable success. Unfortunately, we still have a long way to go to achieve a per… Read More
2023-09-26 15:52
Common Misconception about Monitor Recycling
Since the introduction of recycling, we have experienced a tremendous change in the way things are disposed of. Multiple trash cans are nee… Read More
2023-09-22 13:25
As hard as it is to believe, Apple’s new iPhone 15 is not rounding the headlines for some groundbreaking hardware/software updates. It is just a cable change that is responsible for su… Read More
2023-09-21 16:10
The microwave oven was one of the most important inventions of the mid-twentieth century. It allowed people to reheat their food without wasting resources. It is still a great invention but… Read More
2023-09-20 13:10
We have seen more change in the past 30 years than we have seen in the last century. As we move towards the 21st century we are left with a strange dilemma. Our ability to create new product… Read More
2023-09-19 13:11
Universal waste disposal regulations require laptops and computer parts to be responsibly recycled. In this regard, Wisconsin has banned the random disposal of e-waste through a series… Read More
2023-09-18 14:06
Building something from the ground up takes time. It doesn’t happen overnight. That is the same case for our environment. If we had stringent measures when e-waste was small, we could… Read More
2023-09-15 07:42
How Did Tesla Battery Recycling Become a Concern?
Electric cars have always been the ones to look forward to for almost a decade or more. It was seen as a solution to all the air pollu… Read More
2023-08-23 13:04
Studies show that more than 266 million pounds of e-waste recycling in Minnesota are available. The same study shows that only 24 % of them are sent to recyclers. This suggests that either t… Read More
2023-08-22 13:39
Our laptops might feel indispensable today, but we often need to recall that with new technology our older bulkier computers practically become obsolete. To contribute to a more sustainable… Read More
2023-08-21 12:52
Recycling is the only way to make our future green. Throwing in the trash always lands in landfills, which leads to more hazardous conditions. We need to change our ways. We must advocate wh… Read More
2023-08-18 13:15
Have you ever considered what happens as your car battery is no longer functional? It becomes a hazard for you and your family. If not disposed of properly, car batteries can severely impact… Read More
2023-08-17 13:10
Whenever we hear the term recycling waste, we often hear the term circular economy thrown here and there without fully understanding its meaning. The circular economy is all about “red… Read More
2023-08-16 07:52
One person’s trash is another person’s treasure. This still rings true. With recycling, you can make this happen. E-waste is by far the worst waste stream. Using recycling you ca… Read More
2023-08-15 10:40
We all want the next best thing when it comes to technology, but when it comes to chalking out the old one, we are often clueless. Sure, the bulky TV box might feel harmless lying in the bas… Read More
2023-08-10 14:20
Whenever people dispose off fluorescent lamps or other lighting sources, they are often unaware of ballast recycling. It is because fluorescent lights contain capacitors, insulators, and coo… Read More
2023-08-09 14:04
Cleaning your garage can always be a hard thing to do. Old items such as clothes go to donation while other things that have no value are thrown out.You find old electronics just lying aroun… Read More
2023-08-08 08:59
Need help figuring out what to do with old hard drives? The good news is that now you can send them for proper hard drive disposal with easy-to-learn steps.Understandably, people often think… Read More
2023-08-04 10:11
Many electronic devices have harmful components that can seep into the earth and water supply unless treated right. As a result, countries worldwide are finding electronic waste recycling te… Read More
2023-08-03 14:07
Human nature does play an important part in our lives. It is in our nature to trash every item that is useless now. With the advancement in tech, things are not what they appear. There was a… Read More
2023-08-02 13:21
The data present on hard drives is immortal. Normal processes don’t do the job that is why we rely on special processes that help us get rid of them once and for all. That is where a h… Read More
2023-07-27 12:54
With the rise of identity theft and data breaches, it’s essential to take proactive steps to protect our personal information.
An often overlooked yet effective method is mobile shred… Read More
2023-07-26 09:22
When it comes to recycling, there are some common mistakes that we are prone to make. This is all about knowing what we can throw in the trash and what we can recycle. We have already covere… Read More
2023-07-25 08:34
Technology has not only changed the way we think but also the way we live our lives. But electronic waste remains the same. Televisions and VHS tapes were plaguing our landfills now smartpho… Read More
2023-07-24 11:32
Knowing is better than guessing. The former gives you an edge. This way you can anticipate and develop solutions as per challenges. The same case is for what items you can recycle. Curbside… Read More
2023-07-21 12:28
We have all seen old television sets at our grandparents’ houses. Even though flat screens have since replaced those gigantic TV screens, they have become more than junk sitting in an… Read More
2023-07-20 11:26
Things go from bad to worse in mere seconds. That has been the case for the past 20 years in the recycling industry. Many people are sceptical about whether recycling does the job or not.
Th… Read More
2023-07-19 07:56
Whenever a large electrical appliance breaks down, our first instincts are to take it to a curbside pickup, landfill or dump. However, the safer and better option of appliance recycling is a… Read More
2023-07-18 12:23
There is no a shadow of doubt that we produce a staggering amount of e-waste. For us, tossing waste into the bin is second nature. But have you ever wondered what truly happens to the waste… Read More
2023-07-17 14:08
Even with the everyday use of digital documentation in the corporate sector, physical documents are still crucial for information storage and retrieval. In the hands of the wrong people, suc… Read More
2023-07-14 14:17
Managing your waste is the right thing to do. Not doing so may either land you in trouble or your health will suffer. It is wise to know which things go in the trash and which don’t. M… Read More
2023-07-13 13:16
There was once a time when mercury was believed to have magical powers. Today, we know that mercury is a fatal toxin that can only be disposed off using recycling methods.
Unfortunatel… Read More
2023-07-12 10:01
More and more people are using battery-powered electronics daily than ever before. Battery recycling involves utilizing used batteries to recover valuable materials and using them once more… Read More
2023-07-11 14:00
Almost all batteries that are in use pose a great risk to you when not disposed of properly. Disposing of them is vital. That is why many states make it illegal to throw them in the trash. R… Read More
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