With the switch to digital TV signals now complete, millions of Americans are wondering what to do with old and obsolete televisions. Don't toss them in the trash! State lawmakers passed a bill that would have required TV manufacturers to provide Texas residents with free and convenient recycling for their used TVs. Unfortunately, after sending signals of support and receiving thousands of letters in favor of the law, Governor Perry VETOED the TV Recycling Bill:
Click here to call Governor Perry and let him know of your disappointment with his lack of leadership.
For More Info on What to Do with Your Old TV:
Re-use is the best option! Click here to get a digital converter box.
Need to recycle an old TV? Click here for e-waste recycling locations.
A Green Way to Dump Low-Tech Electronics
Since 2004, 18 states and New York City have approved laws that make manufacturers responsible for recycling electronics, and similar statutes were introduced in 13 other states this year. (New York Times)
Rick Perry rejects TV recycling legislation
Environmental advocates notched few victories this legislative session. Sadly, their short list of successes got even shorter Friday when Gov. Rick Perry vetoed legislation that would have required television manufacturers to provide free recycling for discarded TVs. Click here to comment! (Dallas Morning News)
Some See E-Waste Crisis Trailing Switch to Digital TV
There's growing concern that the United States' conversion last weekend from analog to digital television broadcasting will exacerbate a national e-waste problem and fuel the smuggling of cathode ray tubes to the developing world. (New York Times)
Recycle, Reuse TVs After DTV Switch
Video: With the switch to digital televisions on Friday, environmentalists are encouraging everyone to recycle or reuse their old televisions, so they won't end up in landfills. Click here to watch! (KPRC Local 2 NBC News Houston)
PBS Frontline Report Documents E-Waste Export
This new report exposes how the shadowy industry of electronic waste export dumping is causing big problems around the world. Click here to watch!
Expanding recycling options: Best Buy has launched a national recycling program for e-waste. All U.S. Best Buy stores will accept most consumer electronics, including TVs and monitors up to 32”. Click here for details!
WARNING Reports of TV Zombies Are Sweeping the Nation - New Video Takes Humorous Turn on TV Waste!
View it here.
Toxic TV Zombies also invaded this year's Consumer Electronics Show in Las Vegas. Click here to see pictures and video!
Environmental Justice Groups Call for a Stronger EPA Regional Administrator
Environmental advocates joined together to send a message to the Obama Administration that there is strong opposition to the candidacy of John Hall to head our regional EPA office. Hall made a series of controversial decisions while heading the Texas environmental agency -- and after leaving the agency, Hall has earned at least $3 million dollars lobbying for polluters.
We need a true environmental advocate in this position: click here to take action!
Click here for more details about John Hall's candidacy.
More Americans recycle than vote, but in many Texas communities recycling is lagging in part because some landfill operators cut corners and undercut recycling programs. In addition, too few products are designed for recycling. Requiring manufacturers to take back their products at the end of their useful lives will provide a bottom line incentive to reduce toxins and design products for recycling. read more
