TGoG Podcast 090 – How to Reduce e-Waste

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How many of you have old electronic goods lying around, or just dump them in landfill?

I am certainly not one to judge, as I have bought a few computers in my time.  However, I dispose of and recycle my computers and electronic goods as responsibly as I can, or at least attempt to extend their lifespan as long as I can by adding new components or get them repaired.

You don’t have throw them into landfill you know.  You can give them a second life or put them to work again.

Links mentioned during this episode;

• Equipment Recycling Network Inc – www.erni.asn.au
• Computer Bank – www.computerbank.org.au
• Mobile Muster – www.mobilemuster.com.au
• 4 Ways to Minimize Electronic Waste – original inspiration for the episode.

Lately you can get devices repaired as there are so many mobile device fix-it shops popping up all over the place.  We have two of these shops in our new shopping mall that I noticed in the last few months.

So next time you think about getting rid of an electronic device, have a think about where it may end up.  Can you repair or upgrade it instead of replacing it?  It is a much better outcome for your back pocket, and the environment in the long run.