With the rapid progression of improvement in the tech world, a dramatic increase has also taken place in the amount of obsolete computer junk being dumped into landfills. Whether people don’t know where to recycle their unwanted electronics, or proper facilities just don’t exist in certain areas, this non-biodegradable and often toxic waste is seriously adding up — and posing a recognizable threat for future generations.
In an effort to discourage technology dumping, many technology manufactures and retailers like HP, Sony, Toshiba, Best Buy, T-mobile and Dell are offering recycling rebates and other incentives for their eco-friendly customers. We’re happy to announce that on Saturday, May 2, 2009, Dell will be hosting a regional recycling event at their campus for the greater .
The company is inviting all middle Tennessee residents to stop by and drop off their old printers, monitors, ink & toner cartridges, scanners, keyborards, mice and laptops of any make or model. They’ll even recycle old gaming consoles and mobile entertainment devices… so if you have old junk to get rid of, swing by the Dell campus in Nashville (near the airport, at the intersection of Donelson Pike and Murfreesboro Rd.) and unload those potentially-hazardous items!
During previous recycling events for the area, Dell collected more than 300 tons of computers and related equipment. All of the plastic and metal parts that are dropped off are recycled, and any hazardous materials, such as heavy metals, have been properly disposed of. This will be the company’s fifth recycling event.
To participate, bring in your unwanted computer equipment between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. THIS SATURDAY. Drop-off is free, and the first 1,200 participants will be given a baby tree sapling and a discount on your next computer purchase with Dell.
***Note: Dell cannot recycle your old TV, stereo equipment, appliances, cell phones, etc: just computer equipment! Click here for more information about Dell’s Recycling program.
