When it comes to unused electronics taking up space at home, nothing is more iconic than an old tube TV gathering dust in an attic, basement, or garage. Tube TVs—also known as Cathode Ray Tube (CRT) TVs—are both cumbersome to move around and difficult to dispose of in Massachusetts. However, you’ve got several options for tube TV disposal in Massachusetts, from local events hosted by your city to convenient collection centers that can quickly take TVs and other household hazardous products off your hands. [Read more…]
The Hazards of Electronics—Both Plugged and Unplugged
We all know that there are hazardous materials in household electronics—such as old tube TVs, entertainment systems, and computers—that make them hard to dispose of. But there are other hazards, especially with charged or recently charged products, that can pose immediate dangers to yourself, your family, and your home. Today, we’ll go over the hazards of electronics, both the active hazards and the passive ones that require dedicated electronics disposal. [Read more…]
Dealing with Old Electronics: How NEDT Manages eWaste
The march of technology waits for no household. Whether you’ve got an old tube TV from the 90s or a smartphone from 2020 sitting in a drawer “just in case,” it’s long past time to get rid of legacy electronics you’re not using. Learn more about these types of products, why they are difficult to dispose of, but you should get them out of the house, and the options available to you. Reclaim your space by finally dealing with old electronics today. [Read more…]
Computer Disposal: The eWaste in Computer Electronics
Whether it’s the gradual degrading of performance—longer load times, heating issues, or studders—or a sudden, catastrophic failure, at some point, your computer is going to need to be replaced. But what do you do with the old computer? Today we’re looking at what components in computer electronics are hazardous and how this “eWaste” makes computer disposal difficult. Learn more about these everyday household products and your options when it’s time to get rid of them. [Read more…]
Heavy Metal Hazards in Household Waste
Depending on your taste in music, there are certainly some types of heavy metal that are safe to store at home, but this article is about the other kind. Usually taking the form of old electronics such as dust-covered home entertainment systems and bulky TVs or hobbyist materials and chemicals, these heavy metal hazards can pose health risks at home or when you try to dispose of them. Learn how to identify and properly dispose of these types of household products to keep you and your environment safe. [Read more…]
