Intel Sponsors Albuquerque E-Waste Collection Event

Looking to recycle anything from typewriters to DVD players in the Albuquerque area? Natural Evolution, Inc., in partnership with Intel New Mexico and KOAT-TV, is holding a free electronic waste recycling event at Balloon Fiesta Park on April 4-5 for both residents and businesses.

Commercial recycling will take place on Friday, April 4 from 8:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Residents can bring their obsolete electronics the following day from 8:00 a.m-2:00 p.m.

Accepted items include:

  • CPUs and computer accessories
  • Computer monitors
  • Fax machines/copiers
  • Typewriters
  • DVD players/VCRs
  • Video games
  • Telephones/cell phones
  • Cameras
  • Stereo equipment

Televisions and household appliances will not be accepted. Visit the city’s site or call 311 for more information.

To recycle electronics in your area, use Earth 911’s recycling locator.

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