E-waste recycling stats

September 8, 2024

What percent of e-waste — think old computers, phones and other tech — gets recycled? Is it … A.) 50%, B.) 90%, C.) 20% or D.) 10%?

The answer: C.) 20%. Yup, the rest ends up in landfills or incinerated. FYI, places like Walmart, Staples, Best Buy and some grocery chains recycle electronics for you. Another easy way to find a spot? Search online for “electronics recycling [your city].” Just be sure to wipe all your data before you recycle.