Austin, Nov 13: Dell Inc. is strengthening its push to recycle old computers, awarding 10,000 dollars grants to 12 cities around the United States to host computer recycling drives. The grants will be used to organise, promote and recycle computer equipment.
The 12 cities will be selected by a review board based on various factors, such as community need and interest.
``These events are intended to keep reusable and recyclable equipment out of landfills while raising awareness of responsible product end-of-life options,'' said Pat Nathan, Dell's sustainable business director.
Dell has been the subject of criticism from environmentalists who say the round rock-based company doesn't do enough to protect the environment. They contend the most dangerous ingredient in old computers is lead from cathode ray tubes and solder used on the motherboard.
Dell began recycling computers from consumers last fall, when it offered the service for free - if the customer shipped the machine to Dell, a costly proposition. Bureau Report