Your home probably has a drawer full of old batteries, cables and gadgets you haven’t touched in years.
That stuff might look like junk, but don’t be fooled: Some of it is potential e-waste, and the last thing you should do is toss it in the trash. wapo.st/3CWMGmK
That stuff might look like junk, but don’t be fooled: Some of it is potential e-waste, and the last thing you should do is toss it in the trash. wapo.st/3CWMGmK
Many old phones and tablets are packed with components containing rare metals. Once they're in the landfill, the limited supply shrinks even more.
Other kinds of e-waste often contain chemicals that could pose problems for the environment or human health.
Other kinds of e-waste often contain chemicals that could pose problems for the environment or human health.
Instead of letting your old tech languish, consider finding a way to re-use it.
⏰ Turn an old phone into a bedside clock or makeshift security camera.
🖼️ Use an old tablet as a digital photo frame.
💻 Donate your old computer or use it as a media server. wapo.st/3CWMGmK
⏰ Turn an old phone into a bedside clock or makeshift security camera.
🖼️ Use an old tablet as a digital photo frame.
💻 Donate your old computer or use it as a media server. wapo.st/3CWMGmK
If your old gadgets run too slowly, barely hold a charge or are damaged, it’s time to consider recycling them. wapo.st/3CWMGmK
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