Recycling & Liability

Did you know that you are legally responsible for the proper disposal of computer and electronic equipment? In most progressive areas individuals, organizations, municipalities, institutions - as well as companies both large and small - have a legal responsibility to dispose of e-waste in accordance with laws and regulations specific to their respective locations. These laws are designed to protect the environment and private data. This is why your understanding of the legal and environmental issues is so important.

Current business trends show that "green" industries have broad - appeal and potential for profit; as such, many companies have developed or adapted advertising programs to jump on board the green bandwagon and maximize earnings. This marketing strategy, known as Greenwashing, is deceptive and, unfortunately, some companies that claim to recycle do not actually recycle or dispose of acquired equipment in a safe or legal manner.

Examples of Greenwashing include the use of unsupported claims, iconography, themes, or imagery that suggest natural, environmentally friendly, institutionally authorized products and practices.

Go to www.Greenwashing.net for more on green appeal and consumer literacy.

Maven Technologies, LLC has established a recycling process that is fully compliant with local, state, federal, and international regulations. This process enables us to recycle computer and electronic equipment in an environmentally sound manner, following all products through the recycling stream with a detailed summary - including serial number, manufacturer, and model #. It is our commitment to that process that allows Maven to claim, "Your product will never lose its identity".

Recycling benefits society across the board; it is the controlled disposal of potentially hazardous substances that can harm our world in a range of ways. Computer and electronic equipment is comprised of numerous components, some of which contain toxic substances and hazardous compounds. Recycling keeps those toxins and hazardous compounds out of our landfills, where leachate can contaminate soil, groundwater, and crops. Additionally, landfill fires have a tremendous negative effect on our air quality.

Contacting your regional regulatory agencies regarding the proper disposal of electronic equipment - and working in compliance of those regulations - establishes you and your organization as ethically driven and efficient advocates of a better world.

EPA and Caudit Research Report on Electronic Waste

Maven Technologies, LLC is committed to a zero landfill policy; we follow all acquired product through the recycling stream to ensure that all product is disposed of legally, and that components and devices at any level are delivered in a safe and ethical manner.

Keeping e-waste out of landfills ensures that dangerous toxins do not leach through the landfill mass into our water tables or soil.  Our commitment translates to safer water, better soil, untainted crops, and healthier lives.

Maven prides itself on its commitment to the environment and to a sustainable future. We encourage consumers and corporations to research those recycling claims that relate directly to your life, and invite you to contact us with any questions about our process.