(JACKSON, MS) – The Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality Recycling Program will co-host the Jackson Metro Area E-Waste Collection Day on Friday, October 24 from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Mississippi Farmers Market, 929 High Street, Jackson, MS 39202.
The event is open to businesses and residents in Hinds, Madison and Rankin Counties. This collection day provides a safe and environmentally responsible way to recycle outdated or unused electronics.
Accepted items include:
Computers, laptops, monitors, printers, scanners, keyboards and computer components
Fax machines, desktop copiers, desk phones and cell phones
Televisions, VCR players, DVD players and electronic games
Stereos, radios and related electronic equipment
Rechargeable batteries (lithium ion, lead acid and nickel metal hydride only – no alkaline batteries, please)
Fees apply to the following items only:
Flat screen computer monitors (LCD/LED): $2 each
CRT computer monitors: $5 each
Televisions: $15 each
All other items will be accepted at no cost.
“Electronic waste contains heavy metals and other toxins that are harmful to the environment,” said Jennifer Wells, MDEQ State Recycling Coordinator. “E-Waste Collection events, like this one, provide an outlet to recycle these valuable materials into new products, reducing waste and protecting the air, land and water of our communities.”
“MDEQ is proud to join alongside a host of great community partners to co-sponsor this recycling opportunity for Jackson area residents and businesses,” said Chris Wells, MDEQ Executive Director. “Our Waste Division and Recycling Program are committed to supporting opportunities like these for Mississippians to properly manage waste and protect our environment.”
For more information about the Jackson Metro Area Business E-Waste Collection Day, please contact Jennifer Wells at 601-961-5739 or jwells@mdeq.ms.gov or Thomas Sheffield at 601-961-5504 or tsheffield@mdeq.ms.gov.
