In recent past we have gone through so many changes. Use of electronic gadgets is one of the revolution. Now it is common to have  electronic gadgets like Cell phones, digital cameras, camcorders, MP3 players, computers, laptops, monitors and more  in all modern households. Having these things is entertaining and useful also. But there is useful lifetime for every thing after that it becomes burden to us.  then we are faced with the challenge of how to dispose of them.

One could think of throwing the gadgets into trash but it has an environmental impact also. Some records will make you think about e waste.

According to Earth 911, over 70% of toxic waste found in landfills comes from e-waste.

The US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA), over 200 million tons of electronic waste (e-waste) ends up in landfills every year.

These waste contains a lot of materials like lead, lead, cadmium, aluminum, zinc, copper, and plasticsthat are harmful for the soil, environment.

So, it is very clear that we must get rid of e waste by any how to protect ourselves from disaster. Recycling is a option to it. Many people are familiar to cans, glass, paper, and plastic recycling. But it is not the same e recycling need some thought and effort. As you can not simply take them to recycling stations.

It is important to know your recycling options for common electronic items. A good option is to donate the item you don’t need. You will get some institution who can help you in this matter. And if you look around you will get some one who is need of the technology  you have used. Some schools are happy to get the used  computers, peripherals, and monitors

If reuse through donation is not a option for you then there is recycling.  many major manufacturers of common electronic items will accept them for recycling, including Acer, Apple, Dell, Epson, Gateway, Hewlett-Packard, Lenovo/IBM, Panasonic, Sony, and Toshiba. Many major retailers also have recycling programs, including Best Buy, Circuit City, Office Depot, and Staples. There you will get some cellular company which will provide you the option of recycling.

To find more on electronic recycling access to the web visit here.