Computer Recycling
Computer recycling can take many forms, from providing low cost computers for the classroom to providing students with hands on experience with technology...
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http://www.recyclingcenters.org/electronics_recycling.phpComputer recycling can take many forms, from providing low cost computers for the classroom to providing students with hands on experience with technology.
Students Recycling Used Technology -- StRUT -- is a program incorporated into schools where students take donated computers and computer components and upgrade them for the use in schools. Students involved in StRUT evaluate, repair and refurbish donated computers and in turn donate those computers to local schools. Students gain valuable skills and schools get free computers. The program is active in Silicon Valley and Arizona.
Non-profit organizations like the Computer Recycling Center donate computers to public schools and community nonprofit organizations, and provide a place to recycle used computer equipment.
Does your community or state have a similar program? Check out the State Electronics Recycling Programs and Policies web site.
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Creating a program like StRUT is a win-win proposition. Students get "hands on" experience with technology and real-world work experience. The community has an outlet for all the computers currently sitting unused in closets. And schools and the community get a source of low-cost/no-cost computers for classrooms, community centers, and more. Maybe a service organization or after-school program would be interested in setting up a program?
