Electronics Recycling
in Essex County, NJ
At AIT Recycling, we are proud to serve Essex County, NJ, with comprehensive recycling solutions that help keep our communities clean and sustainable.
Future-Proof Your Electronic Waste
Whether you’re a resident, business, or organization, we offer tailored recycling programs that make it easy to dispose of your waste responsibly. From paper and plastic to electronic waste and metals, our team is committed to helping Essex County reach its environmental goals through reliable and eco-friendly recycling services.
500+ customers nationwide recycle their electronics with AIT
At A Glance
For residents and businesses in Essex County, NJ, recycling e-waste is incredibly important. Did you know that nearly 49% of garbage in New Jersey ends up in landfills? (NJFuture.org) New Jersey has almost 900 landfills, with each one roughly the size of a football field!
We recognize the growing challenges of recycling e-waste, and we’re here to support the residents and businesses of Essex County, NJ, by providing responsible recycling services for their broken or outdated electronics.
AIT makes recycling easy: you click — we’ll pick up and recycle!
Four Reasons to Recycle your Electronics
Recycling electronic waste isn’t just a smart choice; it offers lasting benefits for the environment and our community. Here are four important reasons to recycle your e-waste!
E-Waste Contains Toxic Materials That Harm the Environment
Electronic waste is packed with materials that can significantly harm our environment if not disposed of correctly. For example, devices with lithium-ion batteries can pose fire risks if they’re mishandled or exposed to heat. Toxic substances can leak and combine to form a dangerous material known as leachate. E-waste may also contain lead and mercury, which can pose serious health risks if leachate seeps into nearby soil.
When harmful chemicals contaminate soil, they create dead zones where plants can’t grow anymore. Disposing of your e-waste in the trash guarantees it will end up in a landfill, which only adds to the problem of landfill expansion.
Recycling E-Waste Encourages Material Reuse and Reduces Waste
Recycling your e-waste allows manufacturers to recover materials from old e-waste to create new devices. There’s even a process called the circular economy framework designed to greatly minimize improper e-waste disposal and its associated risks!
Companies that adopt this approach are helping to foster a healthier planet and better recycling practices. That’s where we come in! AIT is committed to helping you easily implement sustainable practices, making responsible e-waste recycling a simple but impactful addition to your normal waste disposal operations.
Improper E-Waste Disposal Destroys Animal Habitats
The U.S. already has a large number of landfills—around 3,000 are currently in operation! That adds up to 1,800,000 acres of lost habitat, now dedicated to waste disposal. Many types of waste end up in landfills, but e-waste alone accounts for 70% of all toxic waste!
Companies that choose to recycle their electronics are fighting against landfill expansion and improperly handled toxic waste. Their efforts in partnership with our services also help to push the creation of new electronics by allowing for the repurposing of old materials.
Recycling Your E-Waste Protects Your Data
Protecting your data is vital for your organization! In fact, HIPAA Journal reported that 1 in 4 data breaches were due to negligence, such as improper disposal! It’s essential to destroy any data storage devices within your electronics before recycling.
Erasing your data storage devices also helps to maintain customer trust and ensures compliance with privacy laws. As your partner in e-waste recycling, AIT ensures that your data destruction is completely airtight, allowing you to feel confident that your sensitive information has been completely destroyed! Interested in our data destruction services? Click here to learn more about how we can help!
Four Steps to Recycle your E-Waste
In today’s technology-driven world, electronic waste is rapidly becoming a significant environmental concern. Fortunately, by following these four simple steps, you can play your part in responsibly recycling your e-waste and helping to protect the planet.
Check What You Can Recycle
We recycle all kinds of e-waste including:
- Desktop computers
- Laptops
- LCD/LED monitors
- PCBs, scanners
- Printers
- Network equipment
- Mobile phones
- Routers
- Servers
- Lithium ion batteries
- If it has a plug, we likely take it! Contact us if you are unsure if we are able to recycle your device!
Please note that we do not accept:
- Hazardous waste
- CRT monitors
- Tube TVs
- Lightbulbs
- White goods (like dishwashers and fridges)
- Oil, gas, or liquids
- Leaking batteries
Once you determine what you’d like to recycle, gather all your e-waste in one designated area or container.
Back Up Your Data (Optional)
Remove any storage devices (like SSDs, HDDs, memory cards, or SIM cards) and decide if you want to destroy them or transfer the data to your new device(s).
If the thought of managing all your e-waste feels overwhelming, we’re here to help you remove each data storage device in preparation for shredding. Click here to get started now!
Quick Tip: If you’re upgrading to cellphones with e-SIMs, your physical SIMs will no longer be useful and can be recycled after you make the switch.
Have more devices to recycle but unsure if they contain data? Check out our guide on backing up your data before recycling for each type of electronic device.
Destroy Data on Data Storage Devices
This step is crucial for safeguarding your sensitive data! There are several methods for data destruction, ranging from factory resetting the device to using an industrial shredder that can break data storage devices into tiny pieces. It’s best not to rely solely on factory resets, as there may still be backup recovery options available, exposing you to the risk of data theft. Explore our data destruction options below.
Need assistance with data destruction? Contact us to discuss your recycling project today!
AIT’s Data Destruction Services
AIT provides physical hard drive destruction using our industrial-grade shredder, which guarantees a secure level of data destruction for any industry or individual. When your data is completely destroyed, it is completely irretrievable!
We destroy data storage devices including hard disk drives (HDDs), solid-state drives (SSDs), and other physical storage media. If you’re unsure whether we can destroy the data on your device, feel free to reach out!
Asset Serialization
Our asset serialization service assigns a unique identifier to each of your devices. After collection and recycling, you will receive an e-waste recycling report detailing the services performed on each item.
This feature is especially useful if you need proof of a secure chain-of-custody for a specific number of devices or if you’re dealing with a large amount of highly sensitive devices.
On-Site Data Destruction
We can also perform on-site data destruction if you’re located within the tri-state area. This is particularly beneficial if you have highly sensitive data or require a witness for data destruction in your company or industry.
Contact Us To Get Started!
AIT offers flexible e-waste recycling solutions on your time. We can collect your e-waste directly from your location for processing at our facility, or you can choose to mail it in or drop it off at our North Brunswick, NJ facility.
AIT will always provide comprehensive documentation of your recycling process, including:
- Certificate of Destruction (CoD)
- Certificate of Recycling
- Full E-Waste Recycling Report
AIT is proud to partner with your team in an effort to bridge the sustainability gap.
Make the responsible choice and start recycling your e-waste today!
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