Event Gives Citizens A Unique Opportunity to Responsibly
Durham, NC – North Carolina laws are becoming increasingly stringent regarding what is allowed in landfills across the state. As of July 1, televisions and computer equipment are banned from disposal in North Carolina’s landfills, as a result of a law passed last year by the General Assembly.
In response to the recent disposal ban, the Durham County General Services Department has scheduled an E-Waste Recycling Event for Durham County residents and businesses to safely dispose of electronics and confidential documents.
The event, co-sponsored with Creative Recycling Systems, Inc., will be held from 8 a.m. until 12 p.m., on Saturday, August 13, 2011, at the Durham County Memorial Stadium located at 402 Stadium Drive, Durham.
Almost all electronic devices with a cord are accepted, including:
Computers, laptops, keyboards, mouse, printers, monitors, speakers, copiers, scanners, circuit boards, hard drives, computer parts, etc.
Televisions, stereo equipment, tape players, receivers, amplifiers, and record players
Kitchen electronics, such as microwaves, mixers, blenders, choppers, etc.
Telephones, cell phones, and fax machines
Hair dryers, curling irons, alarm clocks, and vacuum cleaners
Power tools, cordless tools, etc.
Electronic toys, such as keyboards and video game systems
Residents are discouraged from bringing large appliances, refrigerators, air conditioners, or any other appliances that contain Freon to the E-Waste Recycling Event.
For more information about this electronics waste collection event contact Haynesworth at 919-560-0433 or via email at bhaynesworth@durhamcountync.gov
