Though often small in volume, electronic devices account for up to 70% of all toxic waste currently found in landfills. These wastes are often heavy metals which even small amounts can poison our water. Even recycling these products is often not a good answer as much of this is shipped overseas where children dismantle these devices using no safeguards.
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