Quite a few of us are veterans of recycling programs in which we can sort our own recyclables into the appropriate recycling bins to the praise of all of our neighbours. It's possible you'll live in areas that offer a single stream service that does not involve sorting. Irrespective of which type of program is in effect in your town, some forms of household items can't be placed out with the rest of trash or recyclables -- specifically, household electronics. Computers and stereo equipment call for some special attention once you're ready to dispose of them.
Don't Put Electronics In Your Recycling Bins
Electronic household items can't be placed with common trash or recyclables. Most of these goods include heavy metals which are not permitted in landfills. Those old CRT monitors from pcs and aged TVs actually contain lead and mercury. They may be perfectly risk-free to work with, but once they break down in a landfill, those metals break down and penetrate the drinking water sy...
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