Published on Jan 15th, 2013 by 
Edmonton Valley Zoo is the newest member of our Silverback program. The zoo collected 1368 devices in 2012, earning membership in our Silverback rewards program.
ECO-CELL established the Silverback Program to reward this level of commitment to electronics recycling. Once a partner recycles 1000 devices with ECO-CELL, that organization enjoys:
Published on Jun 28th, 2012 by
As we reach the mid-year point, we wanted to acknowledge our highest collecting partners to date.
Mid-Year 2012 Top Ten Electronics Recycling Partners:
- Cincinnati Zoo, 6462
- Fossil Rim Wildlife Center, 4342
Published on Oct 6th, 2011 by
Recycle Cell Phones at Oakland Zoo
The Oakland Zoo is a committed partner and advocate for the ECO-CELL program. In this video, we see a group of young visitors learning about the connection between the components of cell phones and hand-held devices and their impact on gorilla and chimpanzee habitats. A succinct and simple explanation that both EDUCATES and CALLS one to ACTION. Great job Oakland Zoo!
Published on Sep 19th, 2011 1 Comment by
ECO-CELL has compiled a helpful booklet to provide a broad overview of the issues surrounding e-waste and the threats to wildlife habitats and waterways. Protecting these habitats and resources is at the heart of the ECO-CELL mission.
Published on Sep 16th, 2011 by
Hayley is a big hit (and inspiration) for visitors to our info booth
This ECO-CELL keychain can opener is made of 100% recycled plastic from old cell phone casings
Published on Sep 16th, 2011 by
Zoo Atlanta and ECO-CELL have teamed up to recycle cell phones and save gorillas. As an added incentive in 2012, Zoo Atlanta has launched a promotional program named “Call4Gorillas“. The program includes outreach to schools, universities, businesses, and community groups to recycle electronics to support gorilla conservation efforts.
Published on Jan 5th, 2011 2 Comments by
Cincinnati Zoo Asks Us ALL to Answer The Call
Gorilla Glue is sponsoring a national challenge for the "Saving Species" program at Cincinnati Zoo
UPDATE: September, 2011
The Cincinnati Zoo continues to raise the bar in efforts to eliminate e-waste, to protect habitats and waterways, and to educate the public about the effects of our handheld devices on gorillas and wildlife.
Published on Oct 28th, 2010 by
“Today’s Green Minute with Jim Parks” video (1:25) on our Zoo-based recycling program. Jim gives a nice and simple explanation of coltan mining and our efforts to save gorilla habitats by recycling cell phones and e-waste. Another great success story from an ECO-CELL Silverback partner: The Louisville Zoo.
