Nature’s Nursery has teamed up with AIM Ecycling to offer area residents an earth-friendly and secure way to properly dispose of old electronics.

“E-cycling for the Animals” will take place March 27 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Lucas County Rec Center and will help Nature’s Nursery share their mission to care for local wildlife and their habitats.

“Nature’s Nursery is best known for taking in sick, injured and orphaned wild animals,” said Allison Schroeder, executive director. “We also serve to educate the public on wildlife conservation, including preserving natural habitats and environments. Aligned with our work to save these animals is also a need to make sure that natural resources are preserved and plentiful for both wildlife and people.”

AIM Ecycling is a local Toledo company that has certification for proper data destruction and recycling of electronics, Ms. Schroeder explained. “Their R2 designation means they pass very stringent guidelines for minimal landfill waste and the highest secure handling of data destruction.”

Residents and businesses can drop off electronics at the Lucas County Rec Center, Key Street entrance. A donation of $10 per carload is suggested for Nature’s Nursery.

While most electronics will be accepted, it is important to note what will not be accepted: TVs, CRT/non-flatscreen, monitors, air conditioners, appliances, florescent bulbs, alkaline batteries, all other non-electronic items such as furniture/toys /clothing.

Items that will be accepted: laptops, computers, printers, hard drives, modems, flat screen monitors, cables, speakers, keyboards, cameras, cellphones, radios, game systems and fax machines.