Project Name
Community E-Waste Collection and Recycling Event
Objective
Reduce e-waste through community electronic recycling events.
Location
City of Ottawa and surrounding municipalities (Gatineau, Nepean, Kanata, Orleans)
Timeline
2026-01-01 to 2030-12-31
Contact Information
info@era.ca
era.ca
Organization
Electronic Recycling Association (ERA)
Themes
Status
CurrentTools used
Overview
1. Problem
Growing volumes of electronic waste and a digital divide leave usable equipment in landfills instead of the hands of people who need it.
2. Action
ERA organizes community e-waste collection events where individuals, schools, and businesses can responsibly dispose of old electronics; recovered equipment is refurbished for reuse.
3. Outcome
Refurbished electronics are redistributed to charities, schools, and non-profit organizations that need technology but lack financial resources.
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