Electronic Recycling Australia

November 11 to 17 is National Recycling Week, an ideal time to reflect on the importance of recycling electronics. 🔄 Electrical Recycling Australia is proud to showcase its significant contributions to e-waste management and environmental sustainability in a special report on the environmental and social impact that we have made so far this year. Read the report here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gMX9sgpu To see where you can recycle your electronics and electrical goods, visit our information page here 👉 https://lnkd.in/gYnfcTzf

Are you doing the spring cleaning at work or home and coming across electronic items such as computers, printers, phones and microwave ovens you no longer need or want? We have just the solution! Drop them off at one of our many drop off points across South Australia ♻️ https://lnkd.in/gYnfcTzf

Thank you to RAA for featuring us in the Spring edition of SA Move magazine. In a great article highlighting the importance of diverting waste from landfill, many options for recycling or re-purposing unwanted goods were outlined, including our Unplug N’ Drop points across South Australia. You can drop off any electrical goods that plug into a power point, use a charger, or are powered by battery at these locations. ♻️ You will not only be doing the right thing by the environment but will also be contributing to meaningful employment opportunities for people with disability. Find out more here > https://lnkd.in/gFuVB28i

Did you know that all businesses have a responsibility to ensure their electronic and electrical goods are safely and environmentally recycled when they are no longer wanted? 🔌 Our Environment Protection Authority South Australia (SA EPA) approved and environmentally compliant facilities recycle all electrical and electronic goods to the highest standards and we can provide detailed compliance reports that are tailored to your specific requirements, including certificates of destruction. ✔️ We will also make sure any device capable of storing data is tagged, quarantined and processed to guarantee data confidentiality. By recycling your e-waste with us, you will be supporting an initiative that is not only good for the environment but also provides meaningful employment for people with disability. Get in touch and let’s work together achieve better environmental and social outcomes > https://lnkd.in/gSuHV76u

As a Bedford Group social enterprise, Electronic Recycling Australia is proud that its Chief Operating Officer of Social Enterprises Sam Hunter has been named as a Game Changer of the Year for 2024 (SA and WA) finalist. The Social Traders Game Changer of the Year is awarded to an individual who has demonstrated outstanding commitment and dedication to social enterprise for the benefit of the business for good movement. Congratulations to all three finalists, each recognised for their incredible work, with Sarah Gun from GOGO Events Pty Ltd announced as the winner and David Paterson from YMCA South Australia a finalist. Bedford CEO Myron Mann congratulated Sam for being named as Game Changer of the Year finalist, who has been instrumental in establishing Bedford Social Enterprises (BSE), as part of our Future Bedford transformation. “Sam’s strong commercial acumen, social conscience and collaborative mindset are turning Bedford’s ambitious vision to offer more employment pathways for people facing barriers to work into a reality,” said Mr Mann. Bedford were also pleased to also put forward Electronic Recycling Australia and Cultivate Food and Beverage as entrants in the Social Enterprise Pioneer Award category. Social Pioneers recognise a certified social enterprise that’s paving the way with their creativity and innovation. Congratulations to The Fulcrum Agency for taking out this award. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gcdKcuNu #Socialtraders #businessforgood

Important Reminder from Electronic Recycling Australia! Did you know that EpiPens and needles are not considered electronic waste? Please do not place them in ERA bins! For safe disposal: 💉 Place used needles and syringes in a rigid-walled container. 💉 Return them to a community Needle and Syringe Program site or a pharmacy outlet with a sharps disposal facility. Need help finding a sharps disposal outlet? Contact the Alcohol and Drug Information Service at 1300 131 340 for assistance. Let’s keep our community safe and our environment clean! 🌍💚 #SafetyFirst #ElectronicRecyclingAustralia #SharpsDisposal [Illustration of a needle standing upright and an EpiPen sitting confused next to a green recycling bin with the ERA logo. The needle says “I don’t think we’re wanted here” as it looks up at the bin with concern.]

At Electronic Recycling Australia, we believe in sparking change for a greener future. 💡 This #WorldEnvironmentDay, join us in our mission to recycle, reuse, and reduce electronic waste. Every small action counts towards making a big impact on our planet. 🌱 Let's turn our old electronics into new opportunities and protect our Earth for future generations. Together, we can spark the change we want to see! ⚡️ #SparkChange #ElectronicRecyclingAustralia #WorldEnvironmentDay2024 #Sustainability [White text on a blue background reads "Spark" with blue text on a white background that reads "Change." Electronic Recycling Australia logo in top right hand corner.]

Bees play a crucial role in maintaining our ecosystem. Just like bees, every little action we take to protect our environment can make a big difference. 🌼🌿 This World Bee Day, let’s pledge to make eco-friendly choices. Bring in your old gadgets and help us create a healthier planet for bees and future generations. 🐝🌱 #WorldBeeDay #SaveTheBees #RecycleElectronics [Illustration for World Bee Day. The words "BEE DAY" are styled to resemble bumblebees with textured black and yellow fuzz and wings on each side. The word "World" appears above in black, linked text. The background features a blue sky with small "bees" made up of the word "bee" with wings on each side, flying around. Electronic Recycling Australia logo in the bottom right corner.]

Happy Mother's Day 🌼 [Single line drawing of a mother figure holding a baby on a blue background, decorated with white stars. Green text reads "Happy Mother's Day" and the Electronic Recycling Australia logo is in the bottom right hand corner.]

If you have items containing a battery, please don't put them in your kerbside bins! Electronic Recycling Australia is happy to accept any of your battery powered items at one of our many drop-off locations, free of charge. Please visit our website at https://lnkd.in/duWazGzy to find your nearest drop off location in South Australia.