July 14, 2021
What’s the Average Lifespan of Your Electronics?
When they were first mass produced, manufacturers expected electronics to last roughly 40 years. By the 1990s, their lifespan was halved. Today,...
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A Guide to Erasure vs. Degaussing vs. Shredding
When a data storage device such as a hard drive has reached the end of its lifespan, companies must wipe the data...
Read MoreJune 16, 2021
The Environmental Impact of Cryptocurrency
Since its inception in 2009, cryptocurrency has seen explosive growth. Bitcoin was the first to emerge, and despite its name, doesn’t involve...
Read MoreJune 2, 2021
The Dangers of Lithium Ion Batteries & How to Dispose of Them Safely
Single-use lithium ion batteries are found in many devices, including cellphones, laptops, and cameras. Once these devices have reached the end of...
Read MoreMay 12, 2021
How Will 5G Change Our Online Lives?
The highly anticipated rollout of 5G is poised to make a significant impact on how we work and live online. Likened to...
Read MoreApril 28, 2021
Can the Circular Economy Help Save our Planet?
Traditionally, the industrial economy has followed a linear path. Raw materials such as metals are processed to make products, and at the...
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