Power Purge
As part of the Green program, the Crystal City BID gives offices, works, and residents an opportunity to recycle their electronics safely and securely for free.
2008 Power Purge
The first Crystal City Power Purge took place in the parking lot of 2001 Jefferson Davis Hwy from August 11-14, 2008. Everything from desktop computers, laptops, TVs, monitors, microwaves, and batteries were accepted. This was the first time that the Crystal City BID, and partner JK Moving & Storage Inc. had ever attempted a program like this.
Over the course of four days, 250 companies and individuals brought items to be recycled, and JK collected over 53,400 pounds of waste that was saved from landfills and put to good use. In addition to the Crystal City BID and JK Moving & Storage, Vornado, NCB, Conservation International and CEA provided volunteers to staff the event and assist people dropping of items to be recycled.
2009 Power Purge
The second Crystal City Power Purge was also held in the parking lot of 2001 Jefferson Davis Hwy, on April 15, 2009. At the end of the day 22 tons of electronics was hauled away by JK Moving & Storage.
2010 Power Purge & Shred
The third Crystal City Power Purge includes a community Shred. The event will be held in the parking lot of 2001 Jefferson Davis Hwy, on April 21, 2010. The Kane Company will be providing the electronic recycling and document shredding.
Power Purge Events
Computer Drive
In an effort to promote community outreach and environmental responsibility in the Consumer Electronics industry, the 2010 Intern Staff at the Consumer Electronics Association will be holding a used computer and computer equipment drive for the Crystal City/Arlington area through Thursday, August 12.
Past Events
Power Purge
Area businesses and residents can safely and securely drop off unwanted electronics for recycling. Everything from batteries, desktop computers and laptops, to TVs, monitors and microwaves are accepted for FREE.
Power Purge Press Releases
April 22, 2010
March 4, 2010
July 21, 2008
