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the sudden closure of Agilyx in Tigard Oregon left many residents and businesses without a proper way to dispose of their styrofoam. We here at Green Century were no different. We had just opened our public drop-off to styrofoam and set it up based on the processing with Regenex and Agilyx whe we learned through […]
Green Century is revising the roster of items accepted at our public drop-off location in Northwest Portland, Oregon. Alongside electronic devices and Universal waste, we are now welcoming additional materials such as styrofoam, plastic stretch wrap polyethylene, clear bubble wrap, and more. Please contact us for further information. On April 22nd, as Earth Day approaches,
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The best data security practices for modern devices. When you need to destroy data on a laptop with a soldered-on storage device for example any Macbook manufactured after 2017, almost all modern laptops and any cell phone, you face a unique challenge because you can’t simply remove and physically destroy the storage device. In such
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Data destruction compliance refers to adhering to regulations and standards when disposing of or destroying sensitive data to ensure it cannot be accessed or reconstructed. This is especially important to protect sensitive information from falling into the wrong hands and to meet legal and industry-specific requirements. Common standards and regulations related to data destruction compliance
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In today’s fast-paced digital landscape, the rapid evolution of technology has become a driving force behind the continuous need for upgrades and replacements. As organizations and individuals alike strive to stay ahead in the digital race, the proper disposal of outdated electronic equipment has become a growing concern. Enter ITAD (IT Asset Disposition) services, a
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As the world seeks more sustainable ways to power our lives, solar panels have emerged as a key solution for clean energy generation. These photovoltaic wonders harness the power of the sun to produce electricity, significantly reducing carbon emissions and our reliance on fossil fuels. However, like all technologies, solar panels have a finite lifespan
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Whenever we upgrade our electronics, it can be tempting to throw them in the trash and be done with them. However, this is not a responsible or safe way to dispose of your old electronics. You should always recycle them! In this blog post, we’re going to discuss the three most important types of electronics
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Electronic waste, or e-waste, is any discarded electronic device that has reached the end of its life cycle. This includes computers, phones, printers, tablets, televisions, and more. In today’s world, where technology seems to be advancing at breakneck speed, e-waste is a growing problem that can have serious environmental consequences if not appropriately addressed. Fortunately,
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We wish everyone the happiest of holidays!! Green Century will be closed Friday, December 23, Saturday, December 24th Sunday, December 25th Monday, December 26th Friday, December 30th Saturday, December 31st We will return to normal hours on January 2nd, 2023 Monday through Friday 8am to 5pm and Saturdays 11am to 3pm
