MATERIAL

Televisions

Televisions

Electronic devices used for viewing broadcast, streamed, or recorded video content. They contain components such as glass screens, plastics, and metals, including potentially hazardous materials.

 

Disposal Options

  • Televisions – Launceston Recycling Centre

 

Why

Televisions are classified as e-waste and should not go to landfill because they contain materials that can be harmful to the environment, such as lead and other heavy metals.

 

Did You Know

Televisions are recycled through TechCollect as part of the National Television and Computer Recycling Scheme. TechCollect has recycled enough electronic waste through its program to equate to the weight of the Sydney Harbour Bridge.