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A Telling Study on Electronic Device Hoarding A Telling Study on Electronic Device Hoarding

A study by SellCell.com and SellMobile.com reveals that 88% of Americans hoard unused electronic gadgets, totaling about 1.3 billion devices worth $67 billion. The report explores the reasons behind this trend, including consumer habits, barriers to recycling, and the environmental and financial consequences of e-waste, while suggesting solutions to improve recycling and trade-in programs.

byArlene Karidis, Freelance writer

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American Packaging Corporation Advances Recycle Ready High Performance Paper Packaging American Packaging Corporation Advances Recycle Ready High Performance Paper Packaging

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SK chemicals and Hyundai Collaborate on Sustainable Automotive Development SK chemicals and Hyundai Collaborate on Sustainable Automotive Development

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Rock Island, Ill. City Council Denies Special Use Permit for Metal Recycling Center Rock Island, Ill. City Council Denies Special Use Permit for Metal Recycling Center

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