University of Phoenix Stadium to Host E-cycling Event
Waste Management, Inc., and Sony Electronics, Inc., will host a free electronics recycling event Oct. 18 at the University of Phoenix Stadium in Glendale, Ariz.
While both companies have their own recycling programs, the event will provide a large collection point for consumers looking to responsibly recycle their electronics. Electronics to be collected include items such as cell phones and televisions and do not have to be Sony products to be accepted.
“People are seeking services to help them recycle electronic waste responsibly and economically,” said Joe Aho, senior manager of eCycling, Waste Management Recycle America. “We hope to collect as much recyclable material as possible through this free event.”
Additionally, the first 2,000 participants will receive a free reusable shopping bag for recycling their electronics. The event will run from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
According to the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, 82 percent of the 2.25 million tons of old TVs, cell phones and computer products generated in the last two years was landfilled. To learn more about electronics recycling in your area, check out Earth911.
Chili
posted on October 26th, 2008 at 4:56 pm
Thanks for the article! We need more funding and PR for disposal of electronics and batteries. I think most people still just throw them away in a dumpster.