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WI Auto and Scrap Recyclers Mercury Collection Program

WI Auto and Scrap Recyclers Mercury Collection Program. Mark Harings - WDNR Project Support WISRI CARS Storm Water CCP Programs Grant Provided By GLNPO. Mercury Program. Roughly 670 Licensed Salvage Yards In Wisconsin Estimated 300,000 Vehicles Salvaged Each Year

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WI Auto and Scrap Recyclers Mercury Collection Program

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  1. WI Auto and Scrap Recyclers Mercury Collection Program Mark Harings - WDNR Project Support WISRI CARS Storm Water CCP Programs Grant Provided By GLNPO

  2. Mercury Program • Roughly 670 Licensed Salvage Yards In Wisconsin • Estimated 300,000 Vehicles Salvaged Each Year • Estimated 280 Tons of Mercury

  3. The Process • Info Gathering From Other States • Identified Key Players • Commitments • Identifying Needs/Input • Set Objectives/Establish Ongoing Project • Training and Informational Sessions • Grant Application

  4. Details, Details, Details • Collection Sites • 13 Around The State • 13 Additional Drop Off Opportunities • Needs For Each Site • Collection Bins • Spill Kits/Guidance • Reporting/ Documentation

  5. More Details • Collectors • Recyclers • Spill Kits/500 • Storage Containers/200 • CCPs Distribution

  6. Mailing • Cover Letter • Instructions on Removal • Example Photo • Vehicle List • Collection Sites List • Spill Clean Up Instructions • Clean Sweep Collection Schedule

  7. Bottom Line • Cooperative Efforts By The Recycling Industry • Eliminate The Use of Mercury Containing Devices Where Applicable

  8. Next Steps • Work To Get Automobile Manufacturers To Discontinue the Use of Switches

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