Wastecon to Feature Panel on Impact of Digital TV Switch on E-Waste

by 10/09/07 No Comments

Wastecon 2007, which will take place from October 14-18 at the Reno-Sparks Convention Center, will feature a panel discussion on October 16 about the impact on the waste stream from the FCC-mandated digital TV signal change on February 17, 2009.

According to panelist and CEO Linda McFarland of e-waste recycler Classic Computer Recovery, during this switch it is anticipated that one TV will be disposed of from 25% of all U.S. households alone. McFarland believes that one out of 10 TVs is expected to come into the solid waste stream in 2008 and 2009.

Televisions contain hazardous materials that can do serious damage if disposed of in a landfill. For more information on this session, visit the Wastecon Web site.

Trey Granger

Trey Granger

Trey Granger is a staff member at Earth911.com.


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