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The reduction of environmental impact is a major concern today when companies come up with their products. This is especially so with products that are used continuously and made of materials that are not biodegradable. A good example of this is a toner cartridge that is produced with plastic.
People may not readily appreciate the importance of finding an ecological way of disposing toner cartridges especially if one is not aware that million of cartridges are thrown away each year based on the use of US alone. If we are to translate this to global use, then the number of cartridges that need to be disposed can easily run up to billions. When we are talking in these numbers, we can now appreciate just how much impact such a small product can make in our environment.
Most manufacturers of toner cartridges have took it upon themselves to offer their customers an ecological way of disposing their cartridges mainly through their recycling process. Instructions for proper handling of empty cartridges are usually contained in the packaging so toner users will know what to do. To encourage active participation in the recycling program, some manufacturers also offer free redeemable products in exchange of taking the trouble to recycle cartridges.
Toner cartridge users have several options in recycling. They can mail their used cartridges back to the manufacturer by using pre-addressed and postage-paid recycling envelopes. They can also request for a free collection in bulk if there are considerable quantity of cartridges is to be collected. Another option is to drop off used cartridges in authorized recycling locations.
Recycling toner cartridges makes it possible to reduce the amount of raw materials needed when new products are made. When there are less new products required to provide the same service, then packaging materials likewise lessen. The recycling process allows for the extended use of old materials as they are combined with new materials.
Monetary savings is one of two main motivations in recycling toner cartridges. The other is saving the environment. Cartridges that are not properly recycled end up in landfills which will only result to faster environmental degradation. Users who buy re-manufactured products coming from recycled materials help the cause of environmental protection more than they realize.
About the Guest Blogger
Gerry is an environmental advocate who encourages everyone to visit the website that provides complete details for the ecological disposal of toner cartridges.