Things You Didn't Know About Your Favorite Electronics: E-Waste

Did you know that some of your electronics contain substances that are considered dangerous to the environment and human health when disposed of improperly? Any appliance that runs on electricity has the potential to cause damage to the environment, even your precious laptop computers and portable music players. Arsenic, lead and mercury are only some of the hazardous substances hidden in your electronics. These nasty substances can then leach into the soil and groundwater, which we then drink. Sounds pretty gross right?

Luckily there is hope here in Vermont with the new electronic waste law. It bans the disposal of certain electronic devices and provides convenient collection. Some of the various devices include computers, monitors, printers, computer peripherals, and televisions. The best part about it is that they are all accepted for FREE. Other electronic devices are accepted, although there may be a fee to dispose of those items.

We all know the iPhone 4s is going on our Christmas lists this year, it's just so awesome. So just remember when you're chucking your old phone away, that all the nasty stuff used to make it is harmful to our fragile environment and to your health! Take a second or two out of your day and find the most convenient collection location. It won't cost you a thing. You can even sell Grandma's ugly sweater she gave you again this year for some extra cash to dispose of those pesky items that require a fee. Go ahead and get a jump start at a more environmentally conscious new year.