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Right To Repair

Manufacturers, Stop Your Bullying Already!

By 3rtechnology | January 18, 2022 | 0 Comments

The Right to Repair has been with us ever since humans created the first tool For as long as anyone can remember, ownership came with the prerogative to do whatever you wish with the things you own. Your mule cart break down? You would be the one to find the right timber and make a…

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electronic waste

Why e-Waste is Killing Our Kids

By 3rtechnology | October 14, 2021 | 0 Comments

The terror in e-waste is real | This is not a distant problem | The solution is as simple as choosing sustainability   It’s no hyperbole to say that e-waste will destroy our planet. With the potential damage technology has done, and will continue to do if left unchecked, the sky and earth will be…

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electronic waste

The Death of Recycling; Long Live Recycling!

By 3rtechnology | October 4, 2021 | 0 Comments

Most systems for recycling are too costly to be effective | Sustainable ITAD is the best way to recycle | True ITAD recycling has 3 times the ROI   We’ve been taught to follow the 3 Rs, but today’s recycling is often nothing more than a cruel joke. Most systems to recycle commodities such as…

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3R Technology

3R Technology Announces New Facility in Kent, WA

By 3rtechnology | October 1, 2021 | 0 Comments

October 2, 2021 Seattle, WA – 3R Technology, premier IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) solution provider to the Pacific Northwest expands on its business capabilities with the announcement of its expansion and relocation. This month, 3R Technology is moving from their current site to Kent, WA; an upgrade that increases the efficiency and centralization of their…

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Three Tablets

The Telling Tale of Three Tablets

By 3rtechnology | September 11, 2021 | 0 Comments

The landfill isn’t the only place for IT assets | Which path you choose reflects on your sustainability | Making the most of your devices is the best solution Have you ever wondered what happens to your electronic device when you’re done with it? Whether for your business or for your personal use, electronic devices…

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Some e-waste recyclers are clowns

Watch Out for the Bad Actors

By 3rtechnology | September 11, 2021 | 0 Comments

Not all ITAD providers are equal | Certifications are a good starting point | Due diligence can make all the difference   When it comes to e-waste Recycling and IT Asset Disposition (ITAD), choosing the right vendor can be the best or worst decision you’ll make with regards to your sustainability program. It’s 2021, and…

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laptop recycling

Sustainable ITAD should be the “New Normal”

By 3rtechnology | September 2, 2021 | 0 Comments

As we enter back to normal, a reset is prudent | “Begin with Waste” is sound advice every time | Technology is an ideal starting ground You may be just getting back into a routine, or perhaps you’re a self-starter who has the jump on all your co-workers. But the truth is, we are all,…

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recycling batteries

Batteries: The Fulcrum of Destruction

By 3rtechnology | August 25, 2021 | 0 Comments

Storage is critical for the future | Precious materials used for batteries come at too great a price | Current technology is going to stick around—and that’s bad   From large-scale power grids to the tiny electronics in your pocket and on your wrist, powering our world is limited at best. Your phone lasts how…

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recycling laptops

How To Turn a Cultural Phenomenon Into a Sustainable Business Model

By 3rtechnology | July 29, 2021 | 0 Comments

The 3 Rs are ubiquitous, but might need revising | Technology has its price | Sustainable ITAD is the answer   What comes to mind when you see the recycling symbol? If you’re like me, the old sing-song triad of “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle” comes to mind. In fact, in just reading those words, you immediately…

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E-waste Recycling

Your Post-Pandemic ITAD Primer

By 3rtechnology | July 13, 2021 | 0 Comments

  Ideal reset for pre-pandemic wastefulness | Business IT donations triple investments | Use the right ITAD partner for better results   You’ve spent the last 30 months figuring out how to live through lockdowns, trying not to forget your mask, and scrutinizing which background is best for your virtual meetings. If ever there was…

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