Electronic Waste Environmental Effects
E-wastes pose massive threats on the environment and to the well being of
Studies have consistently shown that electronic waste from devices like mobile phones, PDA's and digital cameras contains toxins that are damaging to our environment and health. That is why STS Electronic Recycling is so important. When you recycle your cell phone, computer or other electronic recycleable, you are helping to keep toxic elements out of landfills.
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Element |
Use in Wireless Technology |
Harmful Effects |
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Lead |
Used primarily in soldering of
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Extremely harmful to the human body; damages both the central and peripheral nervous systems; can cause seizures, retardation, high blood pressure, damage to the kidneys and liver; adversely affects child development |
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Beryllium |
Forms significant portions of electrical connectors and |
Long term exposure can be carcinogenic, especially for the lungs. Extreme exposure can lead to a potentially fatal condition known as Acute Beryllium Disease |
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Arsenic |
Used in some integrated circuits |
Arsenic is a notoriously potent poison; causes severe damage to the digestive tract |
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Mercury |
Can be found to a degree in |
Attacks the central nervous and endocrine systems; harmful to mouth, teeth and gums; poses risk in the neurological development of unborn fetuses |
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Antimony |
Used in production of diodes |
Toxic to humans in ways similar to arsenic; fatal in large doses |
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Cadmium |
Used in soldering, semiconductors and chip resistors |
Potentially carcinogenic; Repeated exposure can damage the lungs, kidneys and liver |
The long term effects avoidable by simply recycling your old electronics are unmeasureable. We would like to personally invite you to meet our challenge to reduce your own footprint on the environment and benefit those in need at the same time. For more information on how you can help or donate your old electronics please contact recycle@stsrecycle.com