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Save Money and Support the Environment with Appliance Recycling<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Cape Light Compact and its fellow Mass Save\u00ae Sponsors operate several appliance recycling programs<\/a> to help customers safely dispose of their refrigerators, freezers, and dehumidifiers. These no-cost recycling programs offer a convenient way to remove old, inefficient units from your home or small business, plus provide rebates to customers for participating. In addition to delivering savings to individual homes and businesses, these programs also provide community-wide benefits by decreasing energy use, lowering carbon emissions, and reducing waste accumulation in landfills. In this blog, we\u2019ll explore the cumulative benefits generated by past participation in these recycling programs and how we can continue accruing these benefits in the future.<\/p>\n

Responsible Appliance Disposal <\/strong><\/p>\n

Since 2011, the Compact has participated in the EPA\u2019s Responsible Appliance Disposal (RAD)<\/a> program. This voluntary program works by ensuring participating partners dispose of refrigeration appliances, such as freezers and refrigerators, using environmental best practices<\/a>, which are more stringent than what federal law requires. Following these best practices, program partners collect recyclable materials, such as metal and plastic, for reuse; recover insulating foam that may contain both ozone-depleting substances and greenhouse gases; and safely drain and contain refrigerant and hazardous components, like mercury.<\/p>\n

Fridge and Freezer Recycling Program <\/strong><\/p>\n

The Fridge and Freezer Recycling Program<\/a> is the largest recycling program offered by the Compact. Whether your primary refrigerator is old and inefficient or you have a secondary one that you infrequently use, your appliance may be a source of energy waste; this program provides a convenient, safe way to dispose of it. Upon scheduling an appointment, the Compact will provide no-cost pickup. You\u2019ll also receive a $75 rebate. Visit the Mass Save website for full details about eligibility<\/a>, including a video on how you can arrange a contactless pickup during the COVID-19 pandemic. To schedule your pickup, you can call 1-877-889-4761 or complete our online application<\/a>.<\/p>\n

What additional benefits can result from participating in this program? From 2011 through 2019, the Compact\u2019s customers have collectively achieved the following:*<\/sup><\/p>\n