What is California doing about e-waste?
For starters, establishing eRecycle.org as California's one-stop shop for information on how to manage unwanted electronics. Through this website consumers can find out where reuse and recycling opportunities exist near them. California is also implementing landmark legislation. Key elements of the Electronic Waste Recycling Act of 2003 include:
- Reduction in hazardous substances used in certain electronic products sold in California
- Collection of an electronic waste recycling fee at the point of sale of certain products.
- Distribution of recovery and recycling payments to qualified entities covering the cost of electronic waste collection and recycling.
- Directive to establish environmentally preferred purchasing criteria for state agency purchases of certain electronic equipment.
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