MDIT and DEQ teamed up with Dell, Inc. to collect nearly three semi trucks full of old computers/equipment in East Lansing as part of the RECONNECT program. The free recycling collection Saturday was aimed at protecting the environment from some of the environmentally-sensitive materials contained in computers including lead and other heavy metals, providing citizens with a better alternative for disposing of their electronic computer equipment. 

If you missed Saturday's recycling event simply bring your unwanted technology to your participating local Goodwill store or Goodwill donation drop-off site. RECONNECT will refurbish or recycle the equipment, benefiting communities and putting people to work.

What you need to know!

The program is absolutely Free!

Any brand of computer is eligible for donation. 

You are responsible for removing data from your hard drive.

For a complete list of over 70 donation sites across the state of Michigan, visit www.reconnectpartnership.com

A big THANKS to Mike Alayyoubi, Pam Arnold, Liz Baker, George Boersma, Nicholas Daum, Dave Ewen, Sylvia Garland, Scott Heiler, Becki Hudson, Kathleen Kiester, Mark Korroch, Kathy Krause, Andrew Lin, Deb McClung, Ken Milne, Chris Muschong, Jim Nelson, Dave Pierce, Patty Rokely, Seaver Shieh, Julie Solgat, Deb Stanaway, Yvette Taylor, Kurt Weiss and Tom Wiersma who came out on Saturday and assisted with the State of Michigan/Dell computer recycling event at MSU! What a success it was and we could not have done this without your participation! Your hard work is greatly appreciated.