Watch a Hawaii News Now story on the impact of the new e-waste recycling law
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Free Electronics Recycling Collection Events in Hilo & Kona
Kona - Lead Acid Batteries, Solar Panels also collected Recycling at no cost to device owners is made possible by a new state law, Act 151 (2022), which requires manufacturers of TVs, monitors, computers and printers to provide at least monthly collections of these electronics in Hilo and Kona starting in January 2023. Households, businesses, government agencies and nonprofits can recycle their eligible electronic devices at these upcoming free collection events:
At Kona events, lead acid batteries will also be collected. Mr. K's offers $0.10/lb for large batteries (chargers on top) and $0.05/lb for small batteries. Learn more about solar panels. |
Impact of E-Waste Recycling law
Even with lighter weights of devices over time, the chart at left suggests the difference recycling goals and incentives can make. TVs have recycling goals and incentives, electronic devices haven't, until the e-waste recycling legislation took effect this year. Find out more about electronic waste recycling trends in Hawai`i. Data from the State of Hawaii Department of Health. |
Congratulations to our 2022 "Countdown to Vegas" Grand Prize Winner!
At the culmination of our 2021-2022 "Countdown to Vegas" Sweepstakes, Mr. K's is happy to announce the Grand Prize Winner is Derrick Menda. Derrick wins either a trip for two to Las Vegas or a weekend for two in Kona. Congratulations, Derrick! |
Get to know Dale Kuamoo, our outstanding IT intern from Hawai`i Community College!
As a second year in the Associate in Science program at Hawai`i Community College, Information Technology, Dale first got got drawn to IT by creating weblogs in Xanga. Her hardware interest in taking things apart brought her to Mr. K's. Welcome, Dale! |
Mr. K's Recycles PV Solar Panels!
Photovoltaic (PV) solar panels, used to generate electricity, have an average life of 20 to 40 years, and panels installed going back to the 19080's are starting to age out. Many contain lead, cadmium, and other toxic chemicals that can leach into the soil. Keep PV solar panels out of our landfills by bringing them to Mr. K's for convenient recycling. |
WANTED: Your Gently Used Clothing Items
Did you know that Mr. K's has a small thrift store? Clothing generally goes for 50 cents each, while items like heavy coats may be $1 - $5. Help redistribute your gently used items to local families. Bring men/women's clothing, shoes, jackets, etc., to the Office. We're sorry we are not accepting children's clothing at this time. We encourage you to visit the Keiki Closet (tel: 808-215-0311), which supports foster children. Mahalo! |
Join the Mr. K's team! Full-time and Part-time positions available.
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Mr. K's Does Newspaper!
Start the new year right by diverting newspaper away from the landfill and into on-island uses, such as mulching and composting! |
Recycling Tip: No Debris in HI-5s
Our goal at Mr. K's is to maximize the amount of waste that doesn't go into the landfill. To help HI-5's be accepted for recycling ...
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Support Your School/Charity with Mr. K's
Learn more about how you can donate your recycling funds to support your school, community group or sports team, and how you can post community announcements on Mr. K's light board. |
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