Disposal of electrical waste: how to dispose of electrical materials

by WORLD GREEN E-WASTE Professional E-Waste Recycling Services

With the increasing pace of waste production, it is certain that this will be one of the greatest problems facing humanity. In fact, it's already a big challenge. Tons and tons of garbage are discarded and even though organic represents most of the garbage produced, recycling is an important alternative to deal with the problem. The correct disposal of e-waste management services, for example, can generate employment and income, in addition to controlling the production of products that take years to decompose. But, for a product to be reused, the consumer needs to properly dispose of it. Companies also have a great responsibility in this process.

 

 

Sustainable companies are increasingly valued. Being concerned about the environment is a great differential and a trend well observed by consumers. Fortunately, people are more aware of this issue and more concerned about the correct disposal of waste. Much is said about organic waste and more common recyclable materials, such as plastic, paper and glass. What ends up leaving many doubts, are residues with more specific characteristics, which need a different destination. This is the case, for example, of electronics, cells and batteries, electrical materials and lamps.

 

How to correctly dispose of electrical waste

 

First of all, it is important to clarify that the garbage collection service and the recycling process depend on region to region. The first step in properly disposing of waste, whether organic or recyclable, is to find out how this service works in your city – you can check with the City. Also find out if there are garbage receiving companies that work with special waste.

 

According to the Solid Waste Management Policy, the implementation of selective collection is an obligation of the municipalities. Find out more on the Ministry of the Environment website.

 

If you have the possibility of recycling in your city, take advantage and value this service. Not all places work with selective collection and not all people have the opportunity to recycle. Do your part whenever possible!

 

Lamps

 

From the electrical materials segment, light bulbs are considered electronic waste and need special disposal. This means that you cannot throw burned or broken light bulbs in the common trash in your home or work environment.

 

What is junk mail? As the name implies, it is the waste from electronic materials, The most common examples are computers, batteries, batteries, cell phones, chargers, wires and light bulbs.

 

First, you need to know the type of lamp that needs to be discarded, as what will determine its fate are its components. Fluorescent lamps, still widely used, are basically composed of glass, phosphorus powder and heavy metals such as cadmium, mercury and lead. Mercury is considered a hazardous and contaminating waste, so it is necessary to dispose of special electrical waste. If the light bulb goes to the wrong place, it can contaminate the water, reaching the ground, causing a number of health risks. Also think about the professionals who collect waste and may come into contact with these materials!

 

As for the LED lamps , which are dominating the market, they do not have hazardous components. In addition, it is possible to reuse approximately 98% of the lamp, as most components can be recycled, being reused in the manufacture of other industrial products. Still, as it is a very new technology and the materials are not similar to fit in common recycling, LED lamps also need special disposal.

 

Other important information about LED lamps : if you want to have a better attitude towards the planet, this type of lamp is the best option. They are more sustainable when compared to other models. In addition to helping to reduce energy consumption, they have high durability. Benefits for your pocket and the environment. We have already written here on the blog a practical guide about LED lamps , be sure to check it out.

 

So, in order not to be in doubt and to properly dispose of electrical waste, regardless of the lamp model, it is important to:

 

·         do not throw it in common garbage, preventing the light bulbs from falling into landfills;

·         look for companies and cooperatives that work in the field of recycling – it is also common to find collection points in some supermarkets;

·         Contact the manufacturer or supplier of electrical materials for more information on electrical waste disposal.

 

A creative option for lamp disposal is decoration! They can become very interesting accessories or decorative objects. You can do it yourself, just be careful during handling, especially in the case of fluorescent lamps. Check out some inspirations:

 

Electrical wires and cables

 

These very important materials for any electrical installation are basically made of plastic and copper. Both are recyclable! If in your case the wires and cables are left over and they are in good condition, the best option is reuse – you can even donate these materials. If the wires you need to dispose of are deteriorated, the most correct thing to do is to look for companies and cooperatives that work with recycling or ask your city's city hall about how to dispose of them. Confirm what the possibilities are before throwing them in the recyclable common waste.

 

Other electrical materials

 

Lamps and wires and cables are the electrical materials that most leave doubts about their disposal. This is because they are composed of more than one type of material. When we do ordinary recycling, we separate items from a component, usually plastic, paper, glass or metal. So much so that in public places it is possible to find trash cans for each item, including the option for organic.

 

Thus, most other electrical materials can be recycled in selective collection. You just have to do your part and separate the materials beforehand. Pay attention to the composition of the material you want to throw away and if you have any doubts, ask the City Hall or recycling companies for help. Before you are sure that the garbage is the final destination for this product, look for ways to reuse it or if it is in good condition to donate.

 

To see the change in sustainable habits, people and companies need to be aware that, telephonic equipment scrap buyers, it is necessary to take responsibility for the whole. In the case of companies, in addition to setting an example for people, the turnover of materials that need to be disposed of tends to be much higher, as well as the impact on the environment. If we put into practice more conscious attitudes, we can prevent waste from going to landfill and losing the chance of being recycled.

 

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