Partners in Project Green’s Recycling Collection Drive is an inspiring employee engagement initiative dedicated to supporting organizations in the collection of clothing and household textiles, with the ultimate goal of reducing waste in landfills and fostering sustainability awareness among employees.
In the upcoming 2023 campaign, scheduled for October 9-22, 2023, we are delighted to reveal a significant expansion of our efforts. In addition to clothing and household textiles, Electronic waste (e-waste) will now be included in the recycling drive!
Why is this expansion so important? E-waste, which includes discarded electronic devices such as old computers, smartphones, and appliances, poses a significant environmental threat when not properly managed. These devices often contain hazardous materials like lead, mercury, and cadmium, which can leach into soil and water, harming the environment and human health.
By incorporating e-waste into our recycling drive, we’re taking a crucial step towards addressing this problem. Recycling e-waste not only prevents these toxic substances from contaminating our ecosystems but also conserves valuable resources by recovering materials like precious metals and plastics.
Moreover, recycling e-waste helps reduce the energy and resources needed to produce new electronics. It contributes to the circular economy, where materials are reused and recycled, reducing the strain on natural resources and lowering greenhouse gas emissions associated with manufacturing.
ERA, in collaboration with PPG and Diabetes Canada, is committed to promoting sustainability and responsible waste management. By participating in Partners in Project Green’s expanded Recycling Collection Drive in 2023, you are not only contributing to a greener, healthier future but also raising awareness about the importance of recycling e-waste among employees and the community at large.
Join us in making a difference by recycling your e-waste and supporting this worthy cause. Together, we can reduce waste in landfills, protect the environment, and build a more sustainable world for generations to come.
Participating Organizations in 2023
Participating Municipalities in 2022
About the partner
About Electronic Recycling Association
The Electronic Recycling Association (ERA) is a non-profit organization founded in 2004 to address the growing problem of e-waste and the increasing ‘digital divide’. With a focus on recovery, refurbishment, and reuse, ERA continuously supplies charitable groups with donated IT equipment while securely managing the retiring IT assets of organizations and individuals across Canada. LEARN MORE
About Partners in Project Green
Partners in Project Green’s waste management programs provide organizations with hands-on support to facilitate the capture and diversion of waste materials, support local communities and move towards a circular economy. LEARN MORE
About Diabetes Canada
Diabetes Canada collects gently used clothing, electronics and small household items. The $10 million in annual proceeds help us fund world-leading Canadian research, as well as services for people affected by the disease. We also help the environment by diverting 100 million lb. from landfill. LEARN MORE