NEWS ABOUT: e waste
e waste stories: 3 news briefs
Old TVs, PCs can pollute developing countries
USA Today Jul 7, 08 5:59 AM CDT
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Recycling old computers, cell phones, and TVs may sound like a good idea—but be sure you know the destination before you dump such material, USA Today advises. While such “e-waste” recycling programs are springing up everywhere these days, some pose a threat. Often, the materials end up in developing nations, spreading toxins through the air and water.
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PC World's Grant Gross joins activist online group
PC World Dec 17, 07 12:10 PM CST
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While many Americans spend big bucks online, some are using the Internet to tone down their consumerism. PC World's Grant Gross has joined a national group called the Compact, which encourages members to swear off buying new stuff whenever possible and stick to local products. It's a step "beyond recycling," according to the group's popular blog.
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Discarded electronics sent to third world, raising environmental concerns
Associated Press Nov 18, 07 1:13 PM CST
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Discarded electronic have to go somewhere, and usually somewhere means China. For years environmentalists have decried China’s officially illegal but unofficially flourishing e-waste trade, but thousands of Chinese peasants are still melting wires and motherboards for metal, making scant spending money from greedy entrepreneurs. The results are undrinkable groundwater, lead-filled rivers and rampant air pollution, the AP found.
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