Technology Conservation Group, Inc. Offers Local College Scholarships

Feb. 13, 2012 - PRLog -- Lecanto, FL – TECHNOLOGY CONSERVATION GROUP, INC., through its Community Outreach program, will host its second annual high school essay and art contests.  The 1st, 2nd and 3rd place winners in each contest will be presented with scholarships toward the college of their choice in the amounts of $1,500.00, $1,000.00 and $750.00 for the essay contest and $400.00, $250.00, and $100.00 for the art contest.  In addition to the scholarship funds, donations of $500.00 will be awarded to the 1st place winner’s school science and art departments respectively.

Technology Conservation Group believes that education is the key to increasing the recycling rate.  In an effort to encourage the public to recycle as well as raise awareness of the harmful materials that end up in landfills when electronics are disposed of improperly, Technology Conservation Group visits local schools to educate children, hosts facility tours for students and awards annual college scholarships using recycling-based contests.

About TECHNOLOGY CONSERVATION GROUP

Founded in 1996 TECHNOLOGY CONSERVATION GROUP specializes in asset disposition and recycling of waste stream commodities generated through the manufacturing of electronics and electronic components. TECHNOLOGY CONSERVATION GROUP customizes programs for its customers to meet their needs and maximize their revenue return while recycling, reusing and/or remarketing virtually 100% of its intake. TECHNOLOGY CONSERVATION GROUP holds a multi-site certification to R2:2008/RIOS:2006 and ISO 14001:2004 standards, adheres to all levels of environmental regulations, and respects design security without sacrificing returns. TECHNOLOGY CONSERVATION GROUP serves an international customer base through its strategically located facilities throughout North America, Mexico, United Kingdom, Israel and India.

For additional information, please contact us at www.tcgrecycling.com or call 1-877-926-8824.