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The Value of
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Misconceptions
E
lectronic devices typically require the mining and
dozens of minerals and metals
reining of , as well
and
as the use of plastics, hydrocarbon solvents, other
non-renewable resources.
50
80% electronic waste
–of collected for recycling is
shipped overseas and often unsafely dismantled.
(Facts and Figures on E-Waste and Recycling, Electronics Take Back Coalition)
Pone-time carbon
rinting is the only medium with a
footprint
—all other media require energy every time
they are viewed. (2010 PrintCity report on Carbon and Energy)
A
“either/or”
s new research emerges, it is clear that
not the answer
is . One must consider all the inputs
and outputs before making a decision about which
communications are better delivered electronically or
power of paper
on paper. By linking the with
streamline our
the eiciency of electronics, we can
communications and help maintain the best environmental
balance possible.
(International Paper, Go Paper, Grow Trees website)
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