So you got some new gadgets over the holidays. Congrats! But once you're able to peel your eyes off that shiny new toy, you'll probably start to wonder: What do I do with the old one?
Well (spoiler alert), you should definitely keep it out of the trashcan. According to the United Nations University and other large international groups’ 2020 Global E-waste monitor, the world generated approximately 53.6 million metric tons of electronic waste.
The good news is that Pulaski County currently has four residential Green Stations that will happily, safely and properly recycle your old household electronics. Here's a portion of the e-waste they accept:
- computers (includes monitor, CPU, keyboard, mouse, speakers, wires and cables)
- televisions
- DVD, VCR and Blue Ray players
- stereos and radios
- telephones
- copiers and printers
- shredders
- small kitchen appliances (coffee pots, blenders, mixers, etc.)
- batteries (AA, AAA, C, D and 9 volt; no rechargeable batteries)
And here's where to find your local Green Station:
North Little Rock
W. 13th and Sycamore St.
Open 7-9:30 a.m. and 3:30-5:30 p.m. Tuesday, 7 a.m. - noon third Saturday of the month
Jacksonville
1300 Marshall Road
Open 8 a.m. - 5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday
Maumelle
423 Cogdell Drive
Open noon - 3:30 p.m. Wednesday-Thursday, 7 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. Friday, 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Saturday
Sherwood
6500 North Hills Blvd.
Open 3:30-5:30 p.m. Monday, 7 a.m. - noon first Saturday of the month
Note: The Green Station on Kanis Road is currently closed, and a new Little Rock Green Station will be announced soon.
If you're not sure your specific items are recyclable, ask the experts or save up your stash until the next Recycling Unplugged electronics drive.
For more information on how to recycle in central Arkansas, visit the Regional Recycling & Waste Reduction website, and follow along on Facebook for updates and helpful tips.
