Electronics-Recycling
Since 2006 Inletkeeper has worked with local communities to keep toxic electronic waste out of our landfills through recycling events.
Electronic waste is the fastest growing part of our waste stream. Electronics may be safe to use, but when discarded, they can leak toxic chemicals like lead, mercury, and cadmium into our water and air. One computer monitor, for example, can contain 4-8 pounds of lead. Additionally, by recycling the precious metals found in electronics, we can help reduce the need to find new sources.
Since 2006, Inletkeeper has worked with local partners to host electronic recycling events in Homer. In 2011 we expanded to include e-waste collection in Nanwalek, Port Graham, and Seldovia. Check out pictures from the events at Inletkeeper's Flickr page.
Please contact us if you are interested in hosting an electronics recycling event in your community! Rachel Lord, rachel@inletkeeper.org or 907.235.4068 x29
