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Source: WeRecycle! Inc. News Release

WeRecycle!, Inc. Approved Consolidator for the State of Maine's Household E-Waste Recycling Program

Meriden, CT, January 16, 2006 - On December 21, 2005 Maine's Department of Environmental Protection selected WeRecycle!, Inc. as an "Approved Consolidator" for the State's E-Waste Recycling Program. This approval allows WeRecycle! to provide consolidation and recycling services to all municipalities in the State of Maine.

Maine's new E-Waste law requires manufacturers to share responsibility with municipalities for the collection and recycling of household televisions and computer monitors. Maine is one of only three states to adopt E-Waste recycling legislation. WeRecycle! will be working with the municipalities in Maine to assist them in maintaining compliance with the new E-Waste Law (38 MRSA §1610).

"Nearly every household has old electronic devices stored in basements and closets. Televisions and computer monitors contain lead, mercury and other toxic components that must be managed properly to prevent environmental pollution and negative health impacts. The new law provides a mechanism for this equipment to be properly collected and recycled", says Mick Schum, P.E., President of WeRecycle!, Inc.

WeRecycle!, Inc. has established relationships with municipalities and their communities throughout New England to maintain compliance with environmental laws and to promote environmental stewardship. WeRecycle! is proud to be expanding our services in the State of Maine.

About WeRecycle!
WeRecycle!, Inc. is committed to meeting and exceeding globally accepted best practices for the recycling and management of used electronics. In addition to recycling, WeRecycle! provides certified data removal, asset tracking, remarketing, logistics, and reporting. WeRecycle!'s asset management and data security services protect customers' assets and proprietary information by adhering to the strictest industry standards. WeRecycle! upholds the highest environmental standards for all managed materials.

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