Here's What Happens To Your Old Computer Parts You Donate To Goodwill
Goodwill offers a robust electronics recycling program to help mitigate the growing global e-waste crisis. The article outlines what devices are accepted and emphasizes the importance of data security before donating.
Why it matters
Proper e-waste disposal is critical to preventing toxic materials from contaminating soil and water systems.
The company has a pretty robust electronics refurbishment program.
Kevin Carter/Getty Images Add Engadget on Google: Preferred Source Google Discover The electronic gadgets we use every day are not made to last forever . These devices' limited lifespans are creating a crisis that is only escalating: according to the UN , global e-waste generation hit 32 billion kilograms in 2022, up a whopping 82 percent from 2010.
E-waste describes any discarded electronics with a battery or a plug. When it ends up in landfills, e-waste does not decompose — instead, it drains toxic materials into surrounding soil, which can contaminate local waterways and impact the environment and the health of people who live there.
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