Latest Electronic waste recycling News
European Parliament's recast of the WEEE directive clarifies producer responsibility
The European Parliament recently released its report on the recast of the Waste Electronic and Electrical Equipment (WEEE) directive. In his report, the Rapporteur, Karl-Heinz Florenz, addresses a number of concerns raised by producers and other key stakeholders. Dr Philip Morton, chief executive of producer compliance scheme, Repic, says: "We are extremely pleased that the Rapporteur has taken into consideration input from stakeholder groups,... [more]
Electronics are the most recycled products
According to Earth911.com, the top 10 products consumers looked to recycle in 2009 using Earth911’s Database were: 1. Computers 2. Batteries 3. Televisions 4. Paint 5. Aluminum Cans 6. Used Motor Oil 7. CFLs 8. Glass 9. Fluorescent Lamps 10. Christmas Trees “Electronics have always been popular searches on Earth911.com, but with the increased attention these devices have received, this past year was our h... [more]
Redeem partners with Metro media group to help readers generate cash by recycling electronic products
Redeem Plc has announced a new exclusive partnership with free newspaper group Metro to provide Metro’s 3.5 million readers with a chance to generate cash by recycling a wide range of electronic products on the metrorecycles.com website. Readers now have the chance to recycle multiple products, including mobile phones, satellite navigation systems, MP3 players and digital cameras in exchange for cash. Readers will regularly be encouraged to vi... [more]
The rubbish race is under way as waste plants turn waste mountains into money mountains
McBains Cooper has been appointed project co-ordinator on a number of UK waste management site developments as the world of rubbish is turned upside down by the latest generation of disposal and recycling equipment. This comes at a time when a fast-accelerating race is underway to buy as much rubbish as possible - fuelled by airport-standard technology. "Industry used to pay to have its rubbish taken away, now it invites bids for the privilege... [more]
Boots extends Recycling Appeal to digital cameras, MP3 players and satellite navigation systems
With consumer awareness about mobile phone recycling at an all time high, Boots UK believes that there is an opportunity to take advantage of this and introduce the country’s first multi-product recycling programme. Boots UK has announced that it will extend its national recycling campaign to include a wider range of consumer electronic products that customers can exchange for up to 5,000 Advantage Card points to spend on anything in-store. Fo... [more]
Other Electronic waste recycling news and reviews
Electronic waste recycling event at City Yards March 13 (The Argonaut)
Santa Monica’s Solid Waste Management Division will conduct a free public electronics recycling event from 8 a.m. to noon Saturday, March 13th at the city’s refuse transfer station, 2500 Michigan Ave.
El Rancho High School hosts electronic recycling (Whittier Daily News)
Participate in a free electronic waste recycling event from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday at El Rancho High School, 6501 S. Passons Blvd.
E-waste recycling in CG Saturday (Arizona City Independent)
Arizona Department of Environmental Quality officials announced today that a free regional electronics waste recycling event will be held Saturday, March 13 from 8 a.m. - 1 p.m. in Casa Grande at 1325 E. Florence Blvd., the large parking lot next to the northwest corner of the Fry’s Shopping Plaza.
Waste guides on the way (Mississauga News)
Over the next two weeks, homes in Mississauga and Brampton will receive a waste management guide containing important information about Peel Region’s waste collection and recycling programs.
Montco adds to hazardous waste collection (The Intelligencer)
Montgomery County this year is adding a sixth collection to its electronics and household hazardous waste program.
Columbus holds household hazardous waste recycling 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday (Columbus Ledger-Enquirer)
Muscogee County residents who load up their old computers, paint thinners, household cleaners and automotive fluids can haul them to the Columbus Consolidated Government’s 25 22nd Ave. recycling warehouse 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturday.
4-Alarm Blaze Burns At South Bay Recycling Center (CBS 5 Bay Area)
A four-alarm fire Wednesday afternoon at a Santa Clara metal recycling plant prompted authorities to issue a shelter-in-place warning for the surrounding area. The fire was confined to the recycling yard and officials at the scene said there were no injuries reported and no damage had occured to any structures.
Roundtable on waste management underway in Accra (Ghanaweb.com)
Accra, March 10, GNA - The Ministry of Environment, Science and Technology (MEST) is about reviewing the National Environmental Policy which would commence the implementation of appropriate strategies on waste management across the country.
Brookline Recycling Corner: TV disposal edition (The Brookline Tab)
Is Brookline’s e-waste ending up in less-developed countries?
Muscogee County residents encouraged to recycle hazardous waste, electronics Saturday (Columbus Ledger-Enquirer)
Clean out the garage and the kitchen cabinet — it’s time for Columbus’ annual spring household hazardous waste and electronics recycling day.
