Electronics & Fluorescent Light Bulb Recycling
Why should I recycle my electronic equipment?
The United States Environmental Protection Agency
estimates that in 2007, discarded TVs, computers,
peripherals (including printers, scanners, faxes),
mice, keyboards and cell phones totaled about 2.5
million tons. Many of these items contain
recyclable and/or hazardous material and therefore
should be disposed of in a responsible manner.
What should I do with my old electronics?
Residents can recycle their old electronic
equipment, such as computers, televisions, stereo
equipment, etc., at any of the City's
Household
Hazardous Waste/Electronics & Appliance Recycling
collection events or through the
Salt River Landfill Electronics Recycling Program. In
addition, retailers such as
Best Buy also offer an electronics recycling
program.
Computers in working condition may also be
donated to
AzSTRUT.
What about fluorescent light bulbs?
Fluorescent and compact fluorescent light bulbs
do offer a number of environmental benefits but also
contain traces of mercury and therefore
should be recycled in an environmentally friendly
manner. Please follow these guidelines to properly
dispose of these bulbs:
- DO NOT dispose of them in your regular
trash.
- Place bulbs in a cardboard box or other
container that will help ensure they do not get
broken.
- Bring the bulbs to a
Household Hazardous Waste collection event
or take them to any local
Home Depot or participating
ACE Hardware retailer.
For more information, call the
Mesa Recycling Hotline at (480) 644-2222.
Can't wait for the next Household Hazardous Waste
event? Visit
www.earth911.com for alternative recycling
options. |
