Trial E-Waste Recycling Service
It has been estimated that 5 – 20 million computers are being stored in sheds and garages around Australia. Lachlan Shire Council and NetWaste are working together to provide the community with an e-waste recycling service.
This service official starts on Monday 19th May 2008 and residents can drop-off their e-waste free of charge at the Condobolin Landfill or by contacting Council’s Department of Environmental Services and Planning on 6895 4444.
E-waste is the term used for computer equipment that is unwanted, and has no resale value or market. The types of e-waste that can be dropped-off include computer towers (i.e. white boxes), laptops, monitors, printers, keyboards and mice. E-waste recycled through this service will have a recovery rate of approximately 90%.
Trying to find an environmentally friendly way to dispose of e-waste is a significant challenge. E-waste takes up valuable space when disposed in landfill sites. The older model computer monitors also contain lead, and when disposed to landfill, the lead can contaminate the soil and groundwater. A growing number of Councils and waste contractors are charging or simply refusing to accept e-waste for the above reasons.
The e-waste recycling service through Lachlan Shire Council is only available for a limited time, so residents are encouraged to take the opportunity to reduce clutter, and reduce landfill now! For further information contact Tim Gowing Lachlan Shire Council on 6895 4444
Contact details
Department of Environmental Services
02 6895 4444 (ph)
02 6895 3478 (fax)
council@lachlan.nsw.gov.au
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