This modern life is fantastic, but of course produces a lot of electronic waste. Old TVs, computers, etc, contain hazardous chemicals and need to be disposed of responsibly. Doing that is going to get a little easier on January 1st, thanks to the WA State Dept. of Ecology's E-Cycle program.
From a press release:
Washington residents looking to safely get rid of old computers and TVs can do so for free when a new statewide recycling program begins next year.
A state law that starts Jan. 1 allows consumers to bring unwanted computer monitors, laptops and TVs to 200 permanent collection sites at no charge.
The Washington law passed in 2006 was the first to require manufacturers to be responsible for recycling electronic waste, which end up in the landfill and can seep lead, mercury and other toxic chemicals into the environment.
Much more information about the program, including drop-off locations at the E-Cycle website.
Link to E-Cycle Washington website
Sunday, December 28, 2008
Free electronics recycling begins January 1, 2009
Thursday, October 2, 2008
Clean Sweep Recycling Event October 4, 2008
There are rules and limitations on how this event works, so be sure to click below to see all the details at the City of Shoreline's website.
What: Clean Sweep Recycling Event
When: Sat, Oct 4, 2008 from 9am-3pm
Where: Park & Ride at Aurora and N 192nd St.
Link to: Details about Clean Sweep event at the City of Shoreline website
Saturday, April 26, 2008
'Clean Sweep' Recycling Event on May 3rd
It's time for spring cleaning! On Saturday, May 3rd, Shoreline residents will have the chance to unload a wide variety of stuff all in one convenient location. A few items require a nominal fee, but many will be taken off your hands for free. Batteries, yard waste, fluorescent lightbulbs, old porcelain fixtures, clothes, furniture and more will be accepted free of charge. Some items, such as certain large appliances, TVs and computer monitors require a fee to be paid.
This is happening from 9am - 3pm on Saturday, May 3rd at the Park and Ride at Aurora Ave. & N. 192nd St.
You should receive a flyer in the mail.
You can also get more info and download a copy of the flyer here.
If you have further questions, call the City at 206-546-1700
Sunday, April 20, 2008
Photos from Shoreline's Natural Yard Care event
A few photos from the Natural Yard Care event yesterday (April 19th, 2008) at Central Market in Shoreline. I wasn't there long, but there seemed to be a decent turnout, despite the crazy weather. For more information about any of these organizations, click on the link below the photograph.
The official banner
The long view
Wednesday, April 16, 2008
Natural Yard Care Event this Saturday at Central Market
When? Saturday, April 19th from 9am to 3pm.
Where? Central Market, just north of 155th and Aurora in Shoreline.
What? A "Natural Yard Care Event"
This sounds pretty cool. A flyer on the City of Shoreline's website says "Sample products and learn natural yard care techniques that will reduce pollution, protect our climate and save you money."
Following is some further information sent to me by Tina with the City of Shoreline.
Free Stuff (one item per household attending the event while supplies last, after signing to agree to take part in a future mail-in survey)
Kitchen Compost Pail: A BioBag brand ventilated pail to conveniently collect food scraps.
Compostable Kitchen Bags: A box of 25 bags that is 100% compostable to keep food scraps contained.
Organic Corn Gluten: Two pound bag of corn gluten to spread on lawns or in gardens to inhibit weed growth.
Organic Soil Builder & Fertilizer: Fifteen pound bag of worm castings that works to improve soil structure and aeration for gardens, plants and lawns.
Organizations that will be on hand:
City of Shoreline
CleanScapes
Master Recycler/Composters
Master Gardeners
Seattle Audubon Society
King County Noxious Weed Control Board
Washington Native Plant Society
Sustainable Shoreline Education Assoc.
Kruckeberg Botanic Garden
Dunn Gardens
You can get more information by calling the City of Shoreline at 206-546-1700
Friday, March 7, 2008
$225,000 spent on art at Shoreline dump
Art installation at the Shoreline Transfer StationRead the full story here.
Earlier post: New public art in Shoreline.
Post your thoughts in the comment section.
Thursday, February 28, 2008
What's the fate of our old recycling bins?
When the new bins showed up it was clear that they were the exact size and shape as the old ones. Did we have to get new bins just because a new company is taking over Shoreline's recycling? And, as this photo seems to suggest - are the old bins just going to be trashed? I mean, really. Dumpsters full of recycling bins?
Is that ironic?
If you have any information about this, please let me know.
Update: an anonymous commenter says "Waste Management picks them up, cleans them up and reuses them. If they are no longer reuseable, they will be recycled.The new bins are made of 40% recycled content, the most of any current bins available."
Posted earlier: Recycling changes coming March 1st
Saturday, February 16, 2008
New public art in Shoreline
Photos taken at the new recycling and transfer station in Shoreline. The big tires have speakers in their middles that broadcast nature sounds like frogs, wind and the ocean. The next photo is a close-up of part of the informational display they have there. It's a river-shaped mosaic made out of pieces of glass.
Here's a short video of the "singing tires" (as I like to call them)
Wednesday, February 13, 2008
Shoreline's new environmentally friendly recycling station
King County issued a news release today. Here's a couple of quotes and a link to the original:
Shoreline area residents will soon drop off their garbage at arguably the most environmentally friendly recycling and solid waste facilities in the nation and a model for what King County hopes to accomplish in green building at all its facilities.
- A roof-top rainwater harvesting system collects water to wash station floors and equipment, and to flush toilets. This reduces water needs by 57 percent, saving 254,000 gallons of drinking water every year.
- The facility uses natural daylight as the primary light source through the translucent wall panels and overhead skylights, reducing energy costs by 50 percent a year.
- A natural ventilation system pushes air through the building, reducing energy needs for ventilation by 80 percent.
More images here
Radio story from KUOW 94.9 here
Saturday, February 9, 2008
Recycling &Transfer station re-opens Feb 16th
Finally! The Shoreline transfer station is re-opening on February 16, 2008. It's been nearly 2 years since it was closed for "remodeling". But the new, improved transfer station will be ready to accept your recyclables a mere week from today.
Check out this webpage for more info: Shoreline Recycling & Transfer Station
Also, there's going to be art there! You may want to go out of your way to see it, lest it suffer the fate of the tree that fell in the forest: Project Art at the Shoreline Transfer Station
Recycling changes coming March 1st
From the City of Shoreline's website:
"Shoreline's new garbage and recycling service provider, CleanScapes, will begin delivering residential carts the week of Jan. 21. For more details, watch your mail for the green CleanScapes postcard and read the information packet attached to your new cart. New service begins March 1. "
More info here: CleanScapes
