Electronics recycling will be offered Saturday at the Recreation Community Building at Riverside Park.
The event is a community service project of Iola High School’s gifted students and Green Team.
Anything that plugs in, not just technology equipment, can be recycled, said organizer Marcia Longberg. The sole exception is televisions; none will be accepted.
Fans, old toasters, VCRs and vacuum cleaners are all welcome, Longberg said. Targeted items include computers, monitors, cell phones, radios and the like.
E-waste typically contains heavy metals. Recycling keeps the toxins from ending up in a landfill, Longberg said.
Iola’s items will go to an Environmental Protection Agency-certified recycling center in Topeka.
The project is funded through a state of Kansas Green Schools grant.
There is a $5 charge to recycle computer monitors; all other products may be left free of charge.
Limited pickup is available for those unable to bring their goods to the park Saturday. Those needing assistance should call the high school at 365-4715.
Longberg recommended individuals remove their computer’s hard drives before recycling. Alternately, the Topeka recycling center will erase hard drives left in machines. Those needing assistance removing hard drives should consult with Longberg Saturday at the park.
Students may recycle their own electronics during class hours Thursday and Friday in the high school commons.
Recycle your e-waste Saturday at Riverside
