Mayo householders urged to avail of free e-waste and battery recycling events

Mayo householders are being urged to bring their batteries, electrical, and electronic waste to a set of free collection days this February and March to help the county meet national e-waste recycling targets for 2025.

The events, hosted by WEEE Ireland in partnership with Mayo County Council, kick off this week on Saturday, February 22 at the Mayo County Council car park, Cong, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

On Tuesday, February 25, a collection will take place from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at The Boat Park, Roman Island, Westport Quay.

And on Thursday, February 27, a collection will take place beside Dey’s Shop, Main Street, Ballyvary from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Collections will be ongoing throughout March at locations throughout the county.

Anything with a plug, battery or cable can be recycled for free on the day, including old washing machines, TVs, toasters and kettles, electronic tools and toys, cables, IT equipment, mobile phones, remote controls, batteries, including farm fence batteries, and even watches.