Every year, millions of Americans upgrade their electronics. Whether it’s a new laptop under the Christmas tree, discounted tech from Black Friday and Cyber Monday, or refreshed equipment from a new annual work budget. Electronics consistently rank among the most popular holiday purchases. In fact, U.S. shoppers spent a record $11.8 billion online on Black Friday and approximately $14.2 billion on Cyber Monday, with a large portion of that spending tied to computers, laptops, monitors, and other electronic devices.
For households and businesses across Utah, this surge in new technology also brings an important question: what happens to the old equipment left behind, and how it’s handled through responsible Utah recycling programs?
Why Electronics Pile Up
For many businesses, the hesitation isn’t about wanting to recycle — it’s about data security. Old devices often contain sensitive company information, client records, or internal files. Without a trusted solution, businesses delay recycling because they want to be absolutely sure their data is protected before equipment leaves their building. On top of that, most certified data destruction services charge businesses to destroy their data. This adds yet another layer of hesitation when it comes to businesses recycling their electronic waste.
According to the EPA, the U.S. generates millions of tons of electronic waste every year, yet a significant portion remains improperly stored or discarded.
Source: https://www.epa.gov/recycle/electronics-donation-and-recycling
A Simple, Secure Option for Businesses
That’s where Recycle It makes things easy. We provide free pickup of unwanted electronic devices for businesses, including computers, laptops, monitors, and other office electronics. Even better, we include free data destruction as part of the service, so you can confidently clear out old equipment knowing your sensitive information is handled securely and responsibly. If you’d like to learn more about our data destruction process, read here.
Upgrading your tech shouldn’t mean worrying about what’s left behind. With Recycle It, businesses can recycle smarter, protect their data, and keep electronics out of landfills — all without added cost or hassle. If you’d like to schedule a free pickup for your business click here.