Minister for Territory and Municipal Services, Shane Rattenbury has recently announced that Over 1,500 tonnes of e-waste was recycled in 2013.
“From 1 January to 31 December 2013, the Canberra community handed over 1,539 tonnes of televisions and computers for recycling to the Mitchell and Mugga Lane Transfer Stations,” Mr Rattenbury said.
Mr Rattenburry explained that since the scheme was introduced, a total of 3,674 tonnes have been recovered, equating to roughly six tonnes of e-waste per day. There has also been a significant drop in illegal dumping of televisions and computers since the scheme commenced.
“I encourage Canberrans to keep up the good work throughout 2014 and continue to recycle e-waste appropriately, particularly as disposing of unwanted televisions and computers at the Mitchell and Mugga Lane Transfer Stations is completely free.” Mr Rattenburry commented.