E-Cycling Day makes residents aware of electronics recycling

MINDEN, Nev.

by Sharlene Irete

sirete@recordcourier.com

Two truckloads of computers, printers, monitors, copiers, cell phones, copiers and other electronic waste was collected at the E-Cycle Day event sponsored by Soroptimists of Carson Valley and ComputerCorps of Carson City on Saturday.

"We filled up a big moving truck from ComputerCorps and rented a U-Haul truck," Soroptimist member Karen Winters. "People are reluctant to add to the landfills, particularly electronics, so there was a lot to be gained from the event.

"Many people who came by didn't know about the recycling at ComputerCorps and it was convenient for them to bring things here on Saturday."

Winters said the Soroptimists were made aware of electronics recycling at ComputerCorps because Ron Norton, the nonprofit organization's CEO and development director, has spoken at their group meetings.

"The Soroptimist environmental committee considered the recycling day as one of our projects for the year," said Winters. "We hope to do another in the fall. If there's a way to recycle, there's no excuse to do it."

E-Cycle Day was held at Nevada State Bank in Minden and was sponsored by Nevada State Bank, Law Offices of Karen L. Winters, Nanosecond and Soroptimist International of Carson Valley. Members Boy Scout Troop No. 411 helped at the event.

Residents may donate and recycle computer components and other electronics at ComputerCorps in Carson City, 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday. Information at computercorps.org, 883-2323 or (800) 431-8311.

ComputerCorps nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization refurbishes computer components to give to individuals, organizations and schools at little or no cost.

Some of what ComputerCorps accomplishes:

Provides a way to eliminate electronic waste by accepting computers, printers, monitors, cell phones, copiers, toner and ink cartridges, fax machines, stereos.

Gives volunteer opportunities to individuals and community groups.

Trains people in computer technical skills.

Offers computer training to youth and adults through the Every Home a Classroom and Techs-in-Training programs.

Recycles unusable parts and metals to save money and reduce electronic waste in landfills.

Donations needed are computers, monitors, printers, parts, software, electronics and medical equipment. TVs not accepted.

ComputerCorps is at 6373 Highway 50 East, Carson City, and is open 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday.

Information at computercorps.org 883-2323 or (800) 431-8311.