Recycle your business's e-waste this Waste Not, Want Not Day

Electronic waste recycling service TechCollect is calling for Australian businesses to play their part in building a sustainable future by recycling unwanted e-waste on 8 December, giving employers and employees the chance to clear offices of clutter ahead of the new year.

Research from Planet Ark reveals that when it comes to e-waste, only 36% of employees are recycling computers and accessories. This needs to change, said TechCollect CEO Carmel Dollisson, who explained, “Precious metals exist in e-waste and if we don’t recycle products those metals are lost to landfill.”

With 82% of employees wanting to see more e-waste recycling in their workplaces, TechCollect’s Waste Not, Want Not Day gives businesses a reminder to open up the storage room and hand over old office supplies for responsible recycling.

“Instead of businesses letting e-waste accumulate, we’re encouraging them to make a pledge to support Waste Not, Want Not Day on 8 December by recycling their e-waste at their nearest TechCollect drop-off site or calling us direct if they have a substantial amount that we may be able to collect,” said Dollisson.

To get involved in the day, businesses can follow these three easy steps:

1. Gather all your unwanted and unused e-waste from around the workplace.
2. Call 1300 229 837 to see if you qualify for a free pickup.
3. If you don’t qualify for a free pickup, find your nearest free drop-off point at http://techcollect.com.au/our-locations/.

“If we want Australia to build a more effective and adaptable system, an environment in which responsibilities are more evenly shared between consumers and business needs to be created,” said Dollisson. “Getting companies to commit to Waste Not, Want Not Day is a fantastic way to build a habit that can last throughout the year.”