At BetterWorld Telecom, we care about the people we serve and the world we live in. That’s why we focus on sustainability and have been tested and certified as a “For Benefit” company by B Corporation. Despite our efforts, there can never be enough involvement for helping our planet. That’s why we like to encourage you to give back to the environment as well. Learn how you can recycle your old electronic devices and keep our planet greener today and for future generations!
Find a Recycler
Finding a recycler is well worth the hunt in order to help our planet. If a simple Internet search doesn’t help seal the deal, try heading to Call2Recycle. They are a non-profit that will allow you to recycle your old phone and rechargeable batteries. You can find a drop off location on their website with your zip code.
Donate It
You’ve probably heard the phrase, “One man’s trash is another man’s treasure.” If your device still works, it may be worth donating. There are plenty non-profit thrift stores that people go to buy discounted electronics. No matter how old it is, if it works you should donate it.
Contact a Tech Business
There are many places that offer recycling options. Best Buy makes recycling easy and even accepts a wide variety of electronics including televisions, computers, tablets, ink and toner cartridges, video gaming systems and accessories, cameras, GPS devices, and more. Sprint is another company that stands out for recycling electronic devices. Their buyback program allows you to turn your old devices into profit if they qualify. If not, they also have a great recycling program.
Lastly, you can earn Amazon gift cards for recycling your device through their program. No matter what route you choose, the most important factor is that it is recycled and not thrown away.
Old technology is still made of valuable material and should not just be thrown in the trash. Next time you’re cleaning out your home and come across old electronic devices, make sure to recycle them with one of these methods. What other ways do you know of to recycle your electronics?
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