How To Recycle Computer Monitors

2007-03-08 10:33:40

( Computers )



People often wonder what to do with a computer monitor when there is a need to dispose of it. There are actually a number of options available for computer equipment disposal:

One option is to just throw it away along with your other trash. The only drawback is that computers disposed of in this manner end up being taken to a local landfill. This provides some serious effects to the earth’s environment in the long run. Certain chemicals such as lead, copper, plastic and gold are harmful to the world’s population. These chemicals contaminate the earth’s soil, which causes potential health dangers when crops are grown and eventually consumed by the public.

Next, you can recycle computer monitors using a recycler. A recycler will separate certain parts of the computer and process it, so certain parts can be used over again.

You can also donate your computer monitor to a school or organization located in a developing country. You will be entitled to a tax deduction as a result of your donation.

If you decide to recycle computer monitors, bear in mind that some disposal methods will require you to pay for shipping charges. It may be expensive to ship the monitor, but saving the environment makes the cost of shipping well worth it. Before you ship your monitor, you should try to find out whether your county offers a municipal computer pick up program. This program picks up unneeded computer equipment from certain places in the county and the delivers the equipment to the recyclers.

Finally, if you feel that shipping a computer monitor is too costly, you can also organize a garage sale. You will not only be getting rid of unwanted household things, but can include your computer monitor in the sale. You can also sell your computer monitor through an online auction on the Internet.

There are a number of leading computer companies as well as the local chamber of commerce that have programs to recycle computer monitors. Your local phone book may also provide you some information on contact details of computer recyclers.


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