Tag Archives: cash to recycle
12
Apr

Cash to Recycle Cell Phones in Canada

Cell phone recycling is truly a green act since the resources recovered carry significant value and reduces the need to mine resources from places that should remain untouched. A common question we get asked is “how can I make money through cell phone recycling?” Our family business CellCycle.ca offers payment to non-profits, companies, and ordinary [...]

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23
Feb

Reuse for GSM or Recycle?

With the launch of Bell & Telus’ new 3G GSM network, many people are wondering if they can use an older Rogers, Fido, or other unlocked GSM phone instead of buying a new one.  The answer is unfortunately not so simple – SOME cell phones will work while others will not and those cell phones [...]

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09
Jul

iPhones are cool, but are they green?

Apple has been touting its newer Mac Books as being leaner and greener but what about the iPhone? With the latest iPhone released on the market, you may be considering an upgrade but please remember to recycle the old one. A video produced by Greenpeace reveals that the crowd pleaser is not green at all.  [...]

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01
Jul

Recycling Cell Phones Saves Gorillas

Did you know? Cell phones contain tantalum, which is made from coltan, a resource mined out of the Congo in Africa. Mining coltan can destroy gorilla habitats, further endangering the species. By recycling your cell phone, you can help protect gorillas!

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