How is e-waste recycled?
Many of the materials in e-waste such as the plastics, glass, steel, gold, lead, mercury, cadmium and fire retardants can be recaptured for reuse. The recycling process separates CRTs and other computer equipment into component parts: leaded glass, precious metals, non-precious metals, plastics, etc. and makes the residuals available to manufacturers. This process reduces our demand for raw materials and energy, reduces the burden on landfills, and reduces the amount of hazardous materials entering our environment.
