Government agencies destroy millions of dollars in electronic storage devices every year to protect sensitive data. But these devices, notably hard disk drives and solid-state drives (SSDs), often have years of useful life left in them. Destroying them prematurely is inefficient and costly, and the destruction process creates potential security vulnerabilities. Software solutions that thoroughly and reliably erase data from drives and devices can help reduce the expense and environmental risk of destruction. This brief describes the downside of SSD destruction and outlines best practices for government agencies looking to save money and promote sustainable alternatives to the physical destruction of functional SSDs.