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Most people think they have the concept of recycling down pat — even if they don’t participate. Most consumers know that recycling is available and that it’s probably important, so the concept of reusing everyday household items like plastics and metals through recycling is common knowledge. The same goes for businesses. Many consumers and businesses […]

At ProTek recycling, we have a large service area. If we take into account our computer and electronics recycling in New York City alone, there are a multitude of healthcare providers and roughly 180 hospitals that probably hold patient data in digital storage. Is My Personal Health Data Safe on Electronic Storage Devices? This is […]

Under the Sustainable Materials Management (SMM) Electronics Challenge, some big brands in the electronics industry are being recognized by the EPA. Companies such as Best Buy, Dell, Sprint, and Samsung have been name SMM Electronics Challenge champions. Among those recognized by the EPA, Best Buy, Dell, LG Electronics, Panasonic, Samsung, Sony, Sprint, and Staples contributed […]

With landfills containing dangerous chemicals from electronics disposal and more and more fines being handed out for failure to comply with federal recycling laws, businesses would be wise to encourage employees to recycle more. One drawback to increasing the volume of recycled computers and electronics in the workplace is education and dedicated places to do […]