E-cycleNYC adds Bronx neighborhood

Co-op City, one of the largest co-op housing developments in the world, has joined the e-cycleNYC program, according to a news release distributed by Electronic Recyclers International (ERI), Fresno, California.

The e-cycleNYC program is a public-private partnership between the New York City Department of Sanitation (DSNY) and ERI. It is funded by electronics manufacturers and is free for New York City taxpayers and participating buildings.

“We are honored to be able to provide responsible recycling of electronic [scrap] to such a significant development here in the great city of New York,” says John Shegerian, chairman and CEO of ERI. “Already serving more than a million New Yorkers, the e-cycleNYC program continues to grow exponentially, with new buildings and developments coming on board steadily. That we now serve the largest co-op housing development on the planet is a huge accomplishment for the program.”

Shegerian says he hopes the model being developed in New York City will serve as an inspiration for all cities in the U.S. and around the world.

“The e-cycleNYC program represents the most innovative and comprehensive electronics recycling service offered in the nation,” says New York Sanitation Commissioner Kathryn Garcia. “The program is a true partnership with support from manufacturers, labor and property owners. We’re proud to have set an example for the entire nation and look forward to the continued success of this important initiative.”

Through the program New York City-area buildings with at least 10 units can receive on-site pickup of stored electronics, including TVs, monitors, computers, laptops, small servers, printers and scanners, tablets and e-readers, mobile phones, MP3 players, VCRs, DVRs and DVD players, video game consoles, cable and satellite boxes, fax machines, keyboards, mice and hard drives.

Depending on the size and type of building, a variety of service options are available, including storage bins, room clean-outs and building events. Buildings, management companies or residents who want to learn more about the program can visit www.nyc.gov/ecycle.