Disposing of Analog TV's
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Posted: 7:20 AM Jan 9, 2009
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MADISON, Wis. (AP) -- The Department of Natural Resources expects many TV owners will simply dump their old analog sets when the broadcast signal switches to digital in about six weeks.

The DNR is concerned those old televisions could be illegally dumped and wind up in a landfill where they pose an environmental risk.

Dan Fields is a policy analyst for the DNR's recycling program. He's helped put together a guide on the DNR's Web site that provides information on where to dispose of the TVs.

Fields says the state is trying to work with local communities to set up more drop off sites for old sets.

Click on the link below for more information on managing used or discarded electronics.


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Posted by: C Location: Eau Claire on Jan 9, 2009 at 10:28 PM
Oh, I agree. It's just a big scam to get people who don't know better to purchase a new TV. 'Gee why go to the hassle of getting a coupon for a converter box when I can just dump my perfectly good older TV and buy a BRAND NEW ONE.' What nonsense.

Posted by: Anonymous on Jan 9, 2009 at 07:22 PM
ill take one of those tvs!!

Posted by: M Location: Fall Creek on Jan 9, 2009 at 07:46 AM
This whole switchover has got to be the governments dumbest idea yet!!!!!!!! Look at all the waste!!!