Electronics are the most recycled products

(11/02/2010)

According to Earth911.com, the top 10 products consumers looked to recycle in 2009 using Earth911’s Database were:
1. Computers
2. Batteries
3. Televisions
4. Paint
5. Aluminum Cans
6. Used Motor Oil
7. CFLs
8. Glass
9. Fluorescent Lamps
10. Christmas Trees

“Electronics have always been popular searches on Earth911.com, but with the increased attention these devices have received, this past year was our highest yet,” said Corey Lambrecht, president of Earth911. “Also, overall recycling searches increased 12 percent over 2008, as consumers want to know more about how to dispose of these items.”

Earth911.com also discovered additional insights into recycling and consumer behavior. For example, 40 percent of respondents to a poll conducted on the Earth911.com homepage noted that when they buy a product, the “green” factor they are most concerned about is its recyclability. Also, 35 percent of Earth911 readers responded that their main challenge to adopting more green practices is money.

“Our Database of over 117,000 locations not only helps people find what’s available to them locally, but also is also distributed across multimedia platforms for the easiest access possible – at no cost to consumers,” said Lambrecht. “Along with Earth911.com, we also host our bilingual, toll-free hot line, 1-800 CLEANUP, as well as our free iPhone app, iRecycle.”

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