Apple to accept more e-scrap

Apple to accept more e-scrap

By Editorial Staff, Resource Recycling

Apple has revised its recycling and reuse programs and will now allow consumers to turn in their old iPhones and iPads, as well as all computers and displays - even if it's made by a competitor.

The changes to Apple's recycling program, which were noted by MacRumors [1], allows consumers to turn in their old but reusable iPhone, iPad or computer, regardless if it's a Mac or a PC, and get a gift card for use at an Apple store, according to the company's website [2]. If it doesn't have any reuse value, Apple will recycle the item at no cost to the consumer. The website also has links to local free local recycling programs.

According to the company's website, Apple will recycle any item in the region it collects and says all reuse and recycling practices comply with the Basel Convention.

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