E-waste

While we work on big, community environmental initiatives and goals, we have to remember that sometimes it’s the small, everyday choices we make at home that add up to a big difference. Washtenaw County has robust reuse and recycle programs. With the growing amount of electronics in our lives, we are often left with decisions to make about how best to get rid of those items. WEMU's David Fair talked with Washtenaw County Public Works Director Theo Eggermont about our options and the kind of difference our choices can make.

If you’re a resident of Washtenaw County looking to get rid of some hard-to-dispose-of items, like electronics, tires and furniture, you’ll have to make an appointment this year. WEMU’s Cathy Shafran explains.

Now's your chance to get rid of that old computer, telephone, or other electronic device that's ben gathering dust in your garage.The University of…

The average American household has twenty-four electronic devices—most are destined for the dump when we’re done with them. We are upgrading at…