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One of the world's largest producers of electronic refuse, the U.S. imposes no federal restrictions on what materials can be used to make electronics or how they can be discarded. |
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Today, our production and disposal system is unsustainable both in terms of the resources consumed and the wastes created. TCE Fund and its partners advocate for a fundamental shift in the way waste is conceived of in the US. |
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Environmental advocates across several states are applauding the Obama Administration’s choice of Dr. Al Armendariz to lead Region 6 of the Environmental Protection Agency. Indeed, many within the environmental community see appointment of Armendariz as indicative of a new approach for the regional EPA. |
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On the heels of a new report showing that the toxic metal cadmium is being used in children’s jewelry sold in stores across the nation, several U.S. Senators have introduced legislation that will define cadmium as a banned hazardous substance. |
Pulling the Plug: How to dispose of old electronics in a responsible way
I just got a new laptop for Christmas and don't know what to do with my old one. I've heard that most electronic waste ends up being exported to Asia, where poor laborers recycle the scrap under unhealthy, unsafe conditions. How do I get rid of my old computer in an environmentally and socially responsible way? (Slate)
Schneider: City shouldn't rush to extend Greenstar deal
Austin's single-stream recycling program should be making the city money. Ideally, when the original Greenstar contract ends next September, the city will be able to sign a new and better contract with a company that will sort our recyclables locally. (Austin American-Statesman Op-Ed)
Ten Million Texans in the Dark on E-Waste Recycling
A new report shows an overwhelming majority of cities in Texas fail to provide their residents with information about free manufacturer recycling programs for old computers, televisions, cell phones and other byproducts of the digital age.
Click here to read the study.
