Electronic Recycling for Home and Business in Arizona
ACE Recycling is a facility in Tolleson, Arizona, specializing in electronic recycling and repair. Our goal is to offer our community an environmentally responsible way to dispose of electronic equipment that is no longer needed or outdated. Our circular economy model aims to keep as many materials in use or circulation as possible. In this model, repairing and upgrading electronics is the ideal solution, while recycling is the last resort. We have IT professionals on-site who can determine if a device is reusable. By repairing and upgrading electronics, we can offer affordable technology to our community. For electronics that are unable to be repaired or upgraded, we recycle them. Our team disassembles the device and separates its components, which are then extracted for raw materials by our partners. Using recycled raw materials to create new devices reduces the need to pull more from the Earth.
At ACE Recycling, we have skilled IT professionals available to provide repair and upgrade services to our community. By extending the lifespan of your computer and monitor from 4 to 6 years, you could prevent the release of around 41.89 lbs. of carbon emissions. Opting for repairs or upgrades is a cost-effective way to keep your device in circulation and reduce your carbon footprint. At ACE Recycling, we promote a circular economy and offer various services to keep electronics in use and out of our local landfill.
ACE Recycling is happy to accept electronic waste from the public during regular business hours. They also work with businesses to guarantee that their unwanted electronics are disposed of responsibly. ACE Recycling offers various services to businesses, such as wiping all data on received hard drives in line with industry standards. Notably, the erasure process never involves accessing the hard drive’s operating system. To learn more about ACE Recycling’s strict privacy standards, please visit the “Data Security” page.
A Circular Approach to Electronic Recycling
One highly effective solution to the mounting problem of electronic waste is the adoption of a circular economy approach. This approach, which involves maintaining all materials and components at their highest value while eliminating waste from the system, not only benefits the environment but also presents a compelling economic case. By implementing this model, we can significantly reduce costs for the economy and consumers. It is anticipated that over the next ten years, the circular economy will more than double, driving an additional $100+ billion of value to the global economy. For example, a circular economy for electronics could potentially reduce consumers’ costs by 7% by 2030 and 14% by 2040. Moreover, recycling metals is up to 10 times more energy-efficient and cost-effective than mining, leading to substantial savings for end consumers. Today, the circular economy is not just a recognized solution to climate change mitigation, but also a template for more efficient and resilient business operations, offering a compelling economic incentive for its adoption.
The Environmental Impact of Electronic Waste
– Worldwide, 50 million tonnes of electronic waste is produced each year.
– Electronic waste is the largest growing waste stream in the world.
– 80-85% of all electronic items end up in landfills.
– Electronic waste accounts for 70% of toxic waste in landfills.
– Electronics contain many toxic chemicals, including arsenic, mercury, lead, and flame retardants.
– Electronics are made using cobalt which is a conflict mineral. Conflict minerals are mined in areas of conflict and are sold to finance the fighting.
– 7% of the world’s gold is in our electronics devices
– Improper handling of electronic waste is resulting in a significant loss of rare earth metals.
– Over 50% of Global emissions are associated with goods and services.
– According to the EPA, around 7% of all municipal solid waste landfilled in 2018 was from steel––equivalent to 10.5 million tons.
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