Clipsal launches Queensland electrical waste recycling trial through CNW Electrical branches
Clipsal and recycling company TerraCycle have launched a trial giving Queensland electricians access to electrical waste recycling bins at 19 CNW Electrical branches.
Recycling bins are available at 19 CNW Electrical branches in Queensland under the trial
Where can Queensland electricians recycle electrical waste through the Clipsal trial?
Queensland electricians get a dedicated place to drop off electrical waste at CNW branches, which may make off-cuts and old products easier to dispose of responsibly.
Key takeaways
- Clipsal and TerraCycle have started an electrical waste recycling trial in Queensland.
- Dedicated recycling bins are available at 19 CNW Electrical branches.
- The trial is aimed at Queensland electricians.
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