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The Real Cost of Technology and  Why You Should Recycle Responsibly  * Submitted by Zack Gallinger of  Revolution  (a company within the Shift portfolio)- a recycler based in  Toronto  and  Ottawa  that specializes in safe and environmentally-friendly disposal of old electronics, secure data destruction and IT asset disposition services. Check out the hyperlinks throughout the article, taking you to several articles on the issues presented here; also be sure to view the resources at the end of this post.  Before you buy your next electronic gadget, here’s something to think about that goes beyond the features on your wish list or where you’ll find that gadget for the lowest price. Does the amount you will pay accurately reflect the true cost of that item? If you’re like most people, you’d likely conclude that it does. Here’s why you’d be wrong. Direct and Indirect Costs Setting a price for any product can take into considera...

-- Conscious Living Event -- Petits Chefs Academy presents: Jamie Oliver's Global Food Revolution - Stand Up for Real Food Location: 9661 Jane Street, Unit #1 Maple, ON (Canada) Info : Food Revolution Day on 19 May is a chance for people who love food to come together to share information, talents and resources. All around the globe, people will work together to make a difference. Learn why vermicomposting is an important component of food security.  -- Positive News -- Global Electric Electronic Processing Inc . has joined with Rogers Center in a cell phone and e-waste collection program – as a way to support the Jay’s Care Foundation nonprofit organization and to encourage sports fans to get into recycling. ( geepglobal.com )  * Source: Recycling Product News ( rpn.baumpub.com ) Find Dave and Lillian Brummet, excerpts from their books, information about their radio program, newsletter, blo...