Time to help #SaveTheBigBlueMarble

So last week I posted about proposals that students presented at their discovery night.  These proposals had to help with the impact that electronic waste is creating both socially and environmentally.  If you haven't read this blog yet, you should definitely start there.

After calculating the votes, here is the winning proposal:

This group's proposal outlines like this:

First, find an e-steward or R-2 certified electronic recycling location in your area.  Our group chose Staples since they are e-steward certified.  If you don't have a Staples location near you, here are some links to help you find an e-steward certified location:

E-steward certified locations

An EPA map of locations

Sustainable R2 Recycling.

After you find a location, recycle your electronic.  When you do, take a selfie and post it to any social media you use - instagram, facebook, twitter, or the likes.

Use the hashtag #SaveTheBigBlueMarble when you post your selfie.  When you post, tag at least three people and challenge them to recycle one of their old electronics as well.

This is the blue marble we're trying to save :)

Our goal is to get this trending by the end of next week.  We'd love your help!  If you have any questions, either put them in the comment box below or e-mail me at michael.taylor.teacher@gmail.com

Thanks, and with your help we'll all do our part to help #SaveTheBigBlueMarble!