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Gurrola said recycling more than 88 million pounds of electronics since 2011 is an “incredible milestone” and represents the trust customers, employees and community partners put in UER.
Officials reminded residents that recycling is not at all complicated, For instance, paper products, including magazines and cardboard, are generally accepted without removing labels or stickers.
Residents are encouraged to recycle only clean, flattened cardboard. Boxes must be broken down and free of food residue, liquids, or other contaminants before being placed in the container.
The joint venture is expected to leverage ERI's global expertise and best practices in electronics recycling, data security, and sustainable IT asset management.
The updated guide, published by the Tompkins County Department of Recycling and Materials Management, provides detailed recycling instructions along with a year-long collection schedule.
The regulators have now identified an additional compliance issue, stating that the landfill failed to perform required quarterly visual inspections of stormwater discharge points.
During 2025, The Battery Network added 3,195 new collection sites, bringing its nationwide network to more than 20,000 locations. As a result, nearly 80% of Americans now live within 15 miles of a household battery…
The initiative delivered significant environmental benefits. Organizers collected 166.83 tons of general waste, along with 11.4 tons of electronic wasteto be reponsibly recycled. In addition, 3.11 tons of mattresses were diverted from landfills.
Meanwhile, several items, including cell phones, charging cables, keyboards, tablets, reusable bicycles, vehicle batteries, DVDs, and gaming accessories, will be accepted free of charge.
This FREE collection event enables Porter County residents to properly dispose of common hazardous wastes which pose significant risks to ecosystems and wildlife if not handled correctly.