We’re ready Alberta!

Since 2004, Albertans have been recycling their end-of-life TVs and computer equipment and starting September 1, 2020, the list is EXPANDING under a two-year pilot project for which the data collected will inform our provincial government and others on how they can advance electronics recycling in the future.

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NEWS RELEASE
September 1, 2020

Alberta’s expanded electronics recycling pilot project starts September 1

 

Edmonton, Alberta – Today, Alberta Recycling Management Authority (ARMA) initiates its two-year expanded electronics pilot project where it is expected to see an additional 24,600 tonnes of electronics recycled through the program and add additional jobs and economic impact to Alberta.

 

“Today’s official start of this pilot project is an exciting day for us and we appreciate the work on the frontlines at all our collection sites during these past several months of preparation,” comments Ed Gugenheimer, Chief Executive Officer of ARMA. “We have a long history in Alberta and we are committed to working with our stakeholders and Albertans to ensure this pilot project is a success”.

 

Included in the pilot project will be audio visual equipment, telecom, cell phone and wireless devices, electronic gaming equipment, small home appliances, portable power tools, toys, musical instruments and solar panels. There will be no charge for Albertans to recycle these items for the duration of the pilot. With the data that ARMA will gather from this project, we will be able to provide the government with critical information that will help them determine the best course of action to modernize the electronics recycling program for the long-term. The pilot project was approved and announced on May 11, 2020 by the Government of Alberta.

 

“Albertans are our biggest champions and demonstrate on a daily basis a strong culture for recycling not just with electronics, but in all recyclable materials that we recover, said Gugenheimer. “I’m confident that this pilot project will be yet another example that will showcase how Alberta is continuing to be a leader in building recycling options that leverage opportunities to turn them back into source materials to be manufactured into new products.”

 

To learn more about ARMA electronics pilot project, visit armaepilot.com.

 

Media inquiries:

Elizabeth Gray
Public Information Manager
Alberta Recycling Management Authority
Tel: 888.999.8762 // 780.415.8362 // 780.868-2405
egray@albertarecycling.ca
albertarecycling.ca

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EXAMPLES OF PRODUCTS INCLUDED
IN THE PILOT PROJECT

Small
Appliances

 

  • Fan
  • Hair dryer
  • Heater
  • Iron
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Shaver
  • Vacuum
  • Residential Air Conditioner
  • Products with Freon not Accepted

Audio
Visual

 

  • CD Player
  • Clock Radio
  • Digital Camera
  • DVD Player
  • Headphones
  • Satellite Dish
  • Satellite Radio
  • Speakers
  • Video Camera

Telecom
Devices

 

  • Answering Machine
  • Cell Phone
  • Landline Phone
  • Modem and Router
  • Pager
  • Satellite Phone
  • Speakerphone

Power and
Air Tools

 

  • Drill
  • Grinder
  • Miter Saw
  • Nail Gun
  • Residential Air Compressor
  • Sharpener
  • Shop Vacuum
  • Skillsaw
  • Table Saw

Games, Toys
and Music

 

  • Action Figure
  • Amplifier
  • Guitar
  • Keyboard
  • Microphone
  • Ride-on Toy
  • Toy Robot
  • Toy Vehicle
  • Video Gaming
    Equipment

Small Appliances

Clock
Fan
Hair dryer
Heater
Iron
Microwave
Residential Air Conditioner
Toaster
Shaver
Vacuum

 

Audio Visual

CD Player
Clock Radio
Digital Camera
DVD Player
Headphones
Satellite Dish
Satellite Radio
Speakers
Video Camera

 

Telecom Devices

Answering Machine
Cell Phone
Landline Phone
Modem and Router
Pager
Satellite Phone
Speakerphone

 

Power and Air Tools Drill

Grinder
Miter Saw
Nail Gun
Residential Air Compressor
Sharpener
Shop Vacuum
Skillsaw
Table Saw

 

Games, Toys and Music

Action Figure
Amplifier
Guitar
Keyboard
Microphone
Ride-on Toy
Toy Robot
Toy Vehicle
Video Gaming Equipment

Information for Albertans

Fast
Facts

Collection Site
Information

Depot
Finder

  • Ed Gugenheimer

    We are excited for the many opportunities and benefits an expanded electronics recycling program could bring to Alberta’s burgeoning circular economy while continuing to contribute to the global effort to reuse and reduce waste. We’re confident we can do this because Albertans are our biggest champions and demonstrate on a daily basis a strong culture for recycling.

    Chief Executive Officer, Alberta Recycling Management Authority

  • Al Kemmere

    Municipalities play an important role in enabling and supporting recycling programs across Alberta. The electronics recycling pilot project will enable Albertans to continue to be good environmental stewards and is responsive to ongoing requests to effectively recycle more products. Municipalities look forward to playing a continued role in this pilot project and the long-term objective to permanently expand our electronics recycle program.

    Former President, Rural Municipalities of Alberta

  • Mayor Cathy Heron

    The Alberta Urban Municipalities Association is encouraged to see the Government of Alberta moving forward with an expanded electronics recycling pilot project. This project will be a welcome opportunity for our urban municipalities. It allows our members to be part of the continuum of returning end-of-life products to the manufacturing process.

    Board Member, Alberta Urban Municipalities Association

  • Jason Nixon

    An expanded electronics program has the potential to inject $30 million annually into Alberta’s economy and support 360 additional full-time jobs in the recycling sector. These new jobs will come from increased demand for electronics collection and transportation, as well as jobs associated with processing and manufacturing the recycled material into new goods. ARMA has a strong record already, and recently hit a major milestone of 10 million electronic products recycled in Alberta. This expansion will help us recycle even more.

    Minister of Alberta Environment and Parks