For Immediate Release: February 1, 2022
4th Annual Wild About Recycling Set for Saturday, February 26
[Columbia, SC] — Take action to reduce waste and protect the environment during Riverbanks Zoo and Garden’s 4th annual Wild About Recycling event. The free drop-off for Lexington and Richland County residents will take place on Saturday, February 26 from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Wild About Recycling is a community partnership between Lexington and Richland Counties, the City of Columbia, and Keep the Midlands Beautiful. A variety of items will be accepted including electronics, paper to shred, scrap metals, tires, and used cooking oils (materials from businesses will not be accepted).
Cell phones and other mobile devices collected during the drop-off will be recycled as part of Gorillas on the Line—a global initiative aimed at reducing the demand for coltan and protecting gorilla habitats in the wild. Coltan is a mineral found in cell phones and other small electronics that is mined from areas where endangered gorillas live.
Residents are encouraged to arrive early. Last year, 900 cars passed through the drop-off area with volunteers collecting more than 41 tons of recyclables.
Vehicles will enter the drop-off area from Greystone Boulevard. Residents should always remain in their vehicles. Volunteers will be on hand to assist with traffic flow and collection of materials.
For additional information, please visit Riverbanks’ website or call 803.576.2467.