Environmental

eWaste Laws: 5 Things to Know About Disposing of Office Electronics

According to the United Nations, somewhere between 20 and 50 metric tons of eWaste are disposed of annually. And, while eWaste only accounts for around 2% of garbage in US landfills, close to 70% of it is toxic. So how can North Dakota offices and businesses properly dispose of their eWaste without worrying about the […]

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5 Reasons to Use a Service for Data Disposal

The need for proper data disposal has never been more crucial. Technology has become more complex, which has led people to store more data than ever before. With this increased capacity, however, the risk of your data being left behind and stolen has increased. Many companies will try to cut costs or save time by […]

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How to Get More Value from Your Old, Unused Devices

Saving money and the environment don’t have to be independent of one another. There are a few ways you can get more value out of your old or unused electronic devices that are taking up space in your South Dakota home or business. You can: • Repurpose your old or used device • Wipe the […]

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Wrapping up #EarthWeek at SEAM

The United States currently recycles less than 25 percent of its electronics. Over the years, more and more businesses and consumers alike have realized the environmental threats e-waste poses in the landfill. As education grows, companies trying to do the right thing often destroy perfectly functional desktops, laptops, servers and mobile devices when they reach […]

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What Happens when Electronics are Not Recycled Properly

Upgrading to new IT equipment and devices is an expensive and difficult process for many North Dakota and South Dakota businesses, but it is necessary to remain competitive and ensure efficiency and productivity in the workplace.  Unfortunately, the problems don’t begin and end with purchasing new equipment. Businesses also have to figure out what to […]

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How Much Can I Get From Recycled Electronics?

Companies gather electronic junk over the years. Offices often dispose of a variety of electronics items when they don’t know how to have them refurbished, resold, or remarketed. The process of taking electronics out of the waste stream and putting them back on the path to re-use by another consumer is sometimes called eCycling. You […]

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Going Green: Top Environmental Benefits of Data Disposal

Disposing of old hard drives and other memory-containing computer parts is not just helpful for data security…the process of proper data disposal is also incredibly helpful for the environment. Let’s review some of the top benefits of using a data disposal company to rid your office of old computer components. Data Disposal Reduces Environmental Damage […]

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Can Light Bulbs Be Recycled?

Technological advancements in different types of bulbs over that past few decades have made it less clear whether light bulbs can and/or should be recycled. Which Light Bulbs Should ALWAYS Be Recycled? Fluorescent bulbs, compact fluorescent light bulbs (CFL), neon/argon lamps, and high intensity discharge (HID) bulbs all contain small amounts of mercury, which classifies […]

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What Are the Benefits of Buying Refurbished Electronics?

Refurbished electronics are any type of electronic device that has been repaired and tested before being resold. There are many benefits that come along with buying refurbished electronics for your business. In today’s post, we’ll go over the main benefits that you’ll experience if you decide to purchase refurbished electronics. The Many Benefits of Refurbished […]

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