GET READY TO HAVE THE GREENEST HOLIDAYS YET
There will be 12 challenges as we celebrate the 12 days of
a green Christmas.
Join daily to learn many ways you can be greener this holiday.


CHALLENGE DAY #10

Electronics (E-Waste)
Can Be Recycled at
Drop Off Events.
Electronic Waste
(E-Waste)

We all love our electronics. At this time of year, we might be buying something or getting a new gadget as a present, leading you to dispose older or broken electronics.

What Do You Do With Old Electronic Waste?

** Keep these items out of the trash! Computers, TVs, monitors and many electronics have toxic materials inside, which should never go in the landfill. Trash is compacted before it is landfilled, causing all those toxins to be released in the air, ground or water. So it is critical they are disposed properly. Many can be recycled - see below.

** Indie Cycle Electronics (E-Waste) Recycling Events. Here in Rhode Island, Indie offers many electronic events where residents can bring their electronics that will be taken apart and recycled.

Indie will take "anything with a plug" - that includes hairdryers, microwaves, computers and more!
Most items are accepted free, only a few have a disposal fee.

Residents can attend any event- you do not need to live in that community.
Some Small Appliances
Recycle @ DPW

Some non-computer items with a plug, can be recycled right at your local Public Works Department.

Microwaves, toasters and metal items can often be added in the scrap metal collection.

Below is a listing for municipalities that might offer this locally. To be sure, check with your community before you bring items there.

RIRRC A-Z Guide
We want you to take all 12 challenges.
Here are the previous ones in case you missed them.

Challenge Day #1 - Take the Holiday Waste Quiz
Challenge Day #2 - Holiday Waste - Recycle or Not?
Challenge Day #7 - Recycle Metal Cans, Lids & Foil
TELL US IF YOU'RE JOINING TODAY'S CHALLENGE
Follow these daily challenge ideas and you'll be off
on the green path to help save our environment.
I will make sure my old electronics (e-waste) get recycled.
Yes, I have taken advantage of e-waste events in the past.
Yes, this is a new recycling program that I will make sure I use for e-waste.
No, I am confused about e-waste recycling.
No, I will not take the time to do this.