Category Archives: Recycling

Paper Made From Elephant Dung and 100% Post Consumer Waste

Posted on January 14, 2009 by admin

Eco-printed products company, Pixxlz is thinking of changing their tag line from “We Print Green” to “Our Product Is Crap.” After much research and testing on their various eco-friendly printing presses, Pixxlz has found a paper that is not comprised … Continue reading →

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Recycling faces glut of aluminum

Posted on January 13, 2009 by admin

At current prices, analysts said they figured about 50 to 75 percent of the world’s aluminum producers are operating below their cash costs, forcing many smelters to shut down. Total global cutbacks so far mean production of the metal, used … Continue reading →

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CW San Diego pricing

Posted on January 9, 2009 by admin

We are able to offer refilled ink, remanufactured toner cartridges and compatibles at anywhere from 30-50% below retail prices for OEM (Original Equipment Manufacturer) cartridges. We’re able to do this by recycling the outer cartridge shell, which we refer to … Continue reading →

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HP offering money for old tech equipment

Posted on January 6, 2009 by admin

Subtracting the cost of postage from the amount they’re offering, I don’t think this amounts to much of an incentive. But since recycling needs all the incentives people can offer, I’m not going to discourage anyone from considering getting rid … Continue reading →

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Free eWaste Drop-off event this Saturday in Kearny Mesa

Posted on January 5, 2009 by admin

Recycle San Diego is hosting a FREE electronics recycling event which is open to the public and businesses. Bring by any amount of e-waste to have it recycled for free. Saturday, January 10, 2009 10am-1pm Recycle San Diego Parking Lot … Continue reading →

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Economic reality and refilled cartridges

Posted on October 13, 2008 by admin

The recent downturn in the economy here in the U.S. has caused most of us to revise and tighten our budgets. We have to reconsider what is necessary and what’s a luxury. Of course food, gas, and bills must still … Continue reading →

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Yahoo celebrates Earth Day

Posted on April 24, 2008 by admin

What is a reuse group? It’s not a charity or a business: It’s an idea that perfectly good used stuff deserves a home other than the landfill. Instead of throwing out things like furniture, dishes, bikes, and electronics, people in … Continue reading →

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PC Club – Electronic waste recycling day

Posted on April 21, 2008 by admin

Tomorrow, April 22nd, is Earth Day.  In celebration, the San Diego PC Clubs are hosting an electronics recycling drive.  Take any unwanted electronics (TVs, computers, printers, etc.) to your local store between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m.  You can read … Continue reading →

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