Appliance Recycling Centers of America Inc. (ARCA) Minneapolis, has announced a partnership with Focus on Energy, Wisconsin's statewide energy efficiency and renewable energy program, to relaunch the group’s appliance recycling program. Through the program, customers can schedule a free pickup of old, working refrigerators or freezers. Appliances will be recycled and disposed of in an environmentally friendly way. Customers will be awarded $35 per qualifying refrigerator or freezer recycled by ARCA.
"ARCA is proud to work with Focus on Energy to serve Wisconsin residents, where this program will prevent recyclable materials in old appliances from entering the waste stream and landfills," says JP Harper, ARCA senior vice president and chief operating officer. "There are huge environmental benefits associated with recycling refrigerators and freezers, including reduced energy consumption and responsible management of hazardous materials. We look forward to this program making an impact in Wisconsin and helping reduce electric bills for state residents."
"Appliance Recycling is a program that has always been in high demand from both customers and our utility partners," says Andrea Hansen, Focus on Energy's marketing and communications director. "We are excited to be offering this program again as part of our residential portfolio."
To receive the $35, refrigerators and freezers must be in working order and between 10 and 30 cubic feet. Minirefrigerators do not quality for the award.
Two units are allowed per household, per year.
To schedule a pickup, click here.