Keep Albany-Dougherty Beautiful to Host
Free Electronic Recycling Collection Day
· Electronics account for 2 to 5% of landfill volumes, but they contribute up to 70% of the toxins found in landfills.
· Electronic waste is growing at three times the rate of other municipal waste.
· TV’s contain hazardous materials such as lead and mercury.
When: February 21, 2009
Where: Parking Lot Behind the Civic Center
Front Street and Mercer Avenue
Time: 9:00 a.m. until 1:00 p.m. / Rain or Shine
Why: To promote the proper disposal of unwanted electronic equipment
