Dell and Goodwill Industries of San Antonio Launch Convenient, No-Charge Computer Recycling Service for Consumers

Dell and Goodwill Industries of San Antonio Launch Convenient, No-Charge Computer Recycling Service for Consumers

Goodwill Industries of San Antonio and Dell today introduced Reconnect San Antonio, a free drop-off program for recycling of unwanted computers by area residents. The pilot program helps protect the environment through the responsible recycling or reuse of computer equipment, and provides residents a convenient opportunity to support a local charity.

Reconnect San Antonio takes advantage of the existing donation and retail infrastructure of Goodwill and the recycling experience and resources of Dell to offer a proactive, community-based solution to environmentally responsible electronics disposal.

The goal of the pilot program is to divert nearly two million pounds of used computers and computer equipment from landfills over one year and to provide consumer education on the importance of proper computer disposal, while creating job opportunities for individuals with disabilities and other employment barriers throughout the San Antonio region.

“I want to thank Dell and Goodwill for initiating this new partnership,” said San Antonio Mayor Phil Hardberger. “This effort will provide our citizens with more solutions to the challenge of electronics disposal. As a city, we are proud to support this initiative, and I have every confidence it will be successful.”

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