SALT LAKE CITY, UT -- (Marketwire) -- 07/07/10 -- Extra Space Storage Inc. (NYSE: EXR) is partnering with TRI Products (www.ewaste4u.com) to provide electronic waste recycling at 12 locations spread across San Diego, Orange, Los Angeles and San Bernardino counties in Southern California. Consumers can drop off their end of life electronics, where they would be recycled in a safe and secure fashion.
In 2007, 3.01 million tons of e-waste was generated in the US. Of this amount, only 410,000 tons or 13.6% was recycled, according to the EPA. The rest was trashed -- in landfills or incinerators. Mark Stanke, Divisional Vice President for Extra Space Storage states, "We realize there is a huge need for recycling efforts and we wanted to provide a solution for the local communities that we serve."
This is a free service and facilities are open Monday thru Saturday 9:30 AM - 6 PM. They will accept the following items: Computers, monitors, printers, motherboards, televisions, UPS, PDAs, networking equipment, scanners, VCR/VCD/DVD players, fax machines, entertainment systems, and phones.
TRI Products proudly recycles over 20 million pounds of scrap annually. Licensed by the State of California (Lic. # CEWID 108056), they fully comply with all E.P.A. regulations (E.P.A. Lic.# CAR000190363). TRI President Charles Li stated, "We are excited about this new partnership with Extra Space Storage as it helps us increase our footprint across Southern California and provides us additional collection centers."
Extra Space Storage's California self storage properties located in Compton, Venice, Los Angeles, North Hollywood, Santa Fe Springs, Pacoima, Lancaster, Montclair, San Bernardino, Fontana, Oceanside and El Cajon will participate in this program. Extra Space Storage in California has units for both residential and commercial storage needs. These properties boast amenities such as professional staff, state-of-the-art security, and 24-hour video surveillance. The building's units, which are available in varying sizes from 25 to 300 square feet, are available for short term or long term leasing, and accessible seven days a week, 365 days a year.
For more information, please visit www.extraspace.com or www.ewaste4u.com.
About Extra Space Storage Inc.
Extra Space Storage Inc., headquartered in Salt Lake City, Utah, is a fully integrated, self-administered and self-managed real estate investment trust that owns and/or operates 766 self-storage properties in 33 states and Washington, D.C. The Company's properties comprise approximately 510,000 units and over 55 million square feet of rentable space. The Company is the second largest owner and/or operator of self-storage properties in the United States.
About TEI Products
TRI Products, Inc. is a state approved electronic waste collector and recycler. They are not just an electronic waste recycling company; but also a vital part of the community that provide free, safe, and convenient electronic waste recycling services to the San Gabriel Valley area. TRI is licensed by the State of California (License # CEWID 108056) and fully comply with all E.P.A. regulations (E.P.A. License # CAR000190363). Safe and proper disposal of all sensitive data on all electronic equipment is also guaranteed. Tri Products, Inc. strives to preserve our planet for the next generation and does not believe in making people pay for being environmentally responsible, and their goal is to fully recycle every scrap of electronic waste placed in our charge and help create and keep a Greener California.
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For Information:
Clint Halverson
Corporate Communications
Extra Space Storage Inc.
(801) 365-4597
Extra Space Storage Inc.
PHONE (801) 562-5556
FAX (801) 562-5579
2795 East Cottonwood Parkway, Suite 400
Salt Lake City, Utah 84121
www.extraspace.com