WM, Sony Team Up for Recycling Program

The electronics giant Sony is partnering with Waste Management on a national program to collect for recycling electronics scrap. The program, called Sony Take Back Recycling Program, gives consumers the opportunity to take all Sony-branded products to any of the 75 Waste Management Recycling America e-Cycling centers in the United States.

The program will begin on Sept. 15. It was developed with WM Recycle America, LLC. The program also allows consumers to recycle other manufacturers’ consumer electronics products at market prices, and may include a recycling fee for some types of materials. As the program grows, the number of eCycling drop-off centers is expected to increase to at least 150 sites within a year, with at least one location in every state through a combination of WM Recycle America locales and WM external service partners.

The two companies also are seeking to reach a goal of having a recycling center within 20 miles of 95 percent of the population. Consumers will also have the option of shipping their used Sony electronics products to select WM Recycle America locations.

"Providing the highest level of service and support doesn’t stop once a purchase is made. We believe it is Sony’s responsibility to provide customers with end-of-life solutions for all the products we manufacture," said Stan Glasgow, president and chief operating officer of Sony Electronics. "Through the Take Back Recycling Program, our customers will know that their Sony products will be recycled in an environmentally responsible manner."

"People are seeking services to help them recycle electronic waste responsibly and economically," said Patrick DeRueda, president of WM Recycle America. "This program serves consumers’ needs by offering a convenient and cost-effective waste management solution, while demonstrating our shared commitment to providing outstanding customer service and environmental stewardship."

A complete list of WM Recycle America eCycling drop-off centers can be found by clicking on the following link  -- eCycling Centers.