--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Consumer Electronics Association (CEA):
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WHAT: |
Opportunity to recycle consumer electronics products. This event is free and open to the public. Accepted items include computer equipment, televisions, mobile devices and many more consumer electronic devices. Recycling is an important resource management issue and consumer electronics contain metal, plastic and glass that can be used in new products. Once a device is no longer being used, it’s important that it be responsibly recycled. | ||
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WHEN: |
Saturday, November 23, from 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. | ||
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WHERE: |
Henry Perrine Baldwin High School | ||
| 1650 Kaahumanu Avenue, Wailuku, Hawaii 96793 | |||
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SPONSORS: |
LG Electronics USA and the Consumer Electronics Association (CEA)® | ||
In addition to this event, CEA encourages all Hawaii residents to recycle their unwanted or unusable consumer electronics at manufacturer-sponsored collection locations and at regularly scheduled collection events throughout the state.
Visit CEA’s newest technology tool GreenerGadgets.org and type in your zip code to find the electronics recycling collection location nearest to you. The website also features a listing (updated quarterly) of electronics recycling collection events in all counties at GreenerGadgets.org/Hawaii. Learn also about eco-friendly recycling options with tools that support the responsible purchase, use and recycling of electronic devices. Features include a powerful energy use calculator with the most up-to-date personal electronics products and energy figures. CEA and its member companies are committed to educating consumers about recycling consumer electronics and providing convenient recycling opportunities for them.
In conjunction with the recycling event, consumers are being urged to “Do 1 Thing ENERGY STAR®.” According to LG, replacing older TVs and computer monitors with new ENERGY STAR-certified models helps consumers save energy and money while addressing climate change. [Through the end of October, authorized local LG dealers are offering Instant Rebates of $50 to $700 on LG “ENERGY STAR Most Efficient” LCD/LED flat-panel TVs.]
The Consumer Electronics Association (CEA) is the technology trade association representing the $203 billion U.S. consumer electronics industry. More than 2,000 companies enjoy the benefits of CEA membership, including legislative advocacy, market research, technical training and education, industry promotion, standards development and the fostering of business and strategic relationships. CEA also owns and produces the International CES – The Global Stage for Innovation. All profits from CES are reinvested into CEA’s industry services. Find CEA online at CE.org, DeclareInnovation.com and through social media.
LG Electronics USA, Inc., based in Englewood Cliffs, N.J., is the North American subsidiary of LG Electronics Inc., a $45 billion global force in consumer electronics, home appliances and mobile communications. In the United States, LG Electronics sells stylish, innovative home entertainment (consumer electronics) products, home appliances, mobile phones and air conditioning and energy solutions under LG's "Life's Good" marketing theme. LG is a proud partner 2013 ENERGY STAR Partner of the Year. For more information, please visit lg.com.
