2008-02-16
Recycling Program
One hallmark of our information age is an abundance of tech trash. With so many printers, faxes, and copy machines out there, a bunch of waste is generated. This is especially true of consumable items like toner and inkjet cartridges. But what if you could recycle these items in an environmentally responsible manner AND benefit masters swimming?
Now you can! Arizona Masters Swimming is now a part of the eScrip recycling program. This means swimmers, spouses, and supporters can collect cartridges as well as cell phones, iPods, and notebooks and send them to a collection center. The funds for these items are then sent to our Treasurer where they are recycled into our checking account!
You can start collecting items right now at work, at home, or through friends. Once you get a box full of items, email me (Chairman Doug) and I will send you a pre-paid UPS label via email. Then you take the box to a drop-off location (UPS Store, Office Depot, Staples, PostNet, etc.) and send it in. That's all you have to do!
If you are interested in being a part of this program, let me know and we will get things rolling. DHL has already donated over a dozen LaserJet cartridges, which will be sent in shortly. Your company could be a part of this as well...So start collecting and get hold of me when you have a full box of cartridges, cell phones, iPods, and notebooks. It's good for both the Earth and Arizona Masters.
