Verizon Wireless Drives Mobile Tech With A Cause
April 15, 2015
Presents hip technology for a greener life; encourages recycling for domestic violence victims.
GREENVILLE, SC — Earth Day 2015 is drawing near. This annual celebration serves as a great reminder to consumers around the globe to search out ways they can positively contribute to issues that affect our environment and our communities. More than planting trees and picking up litter, Verizon Wireless offers some savvy technology and valuable programs designed to make going green pretty cool.
Energy savings products guaranteed to green-up your life.
Wi-Fi® enabled WeMo Light Switch from Belkin allows you to turn lights on and off from anywhere at specific times of the day. Whether you are across the house, in the backyard, or on the other side of the world, WeMo Light Switch replaces a standard light switch in your home and can be controlled remotely with any Android or iOS smartphone or tablet. It works with your existing Wi-Fi network and anywhere your smart phone or tablet has an Internet connection (3G or 4G LTE).
Conserve energy and reduce your energy bill with the Nest Learning Thermostat. This “smart” thermostat senses when your home is empty and adjusts the temperature to avoid unnecessary heating or cooling. Control of the Nest thermostat can be done while away from home using your compatible mobile device. A monthly email reports details how much energy you’ve used to help you save more. As Nest learns, it activates several energy-saving features.
“Being keenly aware of our daily activities and their impact on the environment guides the development of our products and services,” said Jerry Fountain, president of the Carolinas/Tennessee region for Verizon Wireless. “From ENERGY STAR certified retail stores to solar-assisted cell sites that offset use of electricity from the grid, we place a great emphasis on sustainable solutions.”
Innovative, free apps that can minimize your personal carbon footprint.
PaperKarma (Android or iOS) by Reputation.com
Paper mailers flooding your mailbox? PaperKarma gives consumers control over this unwanted paper mail. This app allows you to eliminate paper waste and help save the Earth. Simply snap photos of the mail and upload to PaperKarma to determine what it is and how to stop it.
Wiser Home (Android or iOS) by Schneider Electric
The Wiser™ Home Management System, a comprehensive demand management solution for utilities and consumers, allows homeowners to take total control of their household energy use. By making energy use visible, consumers can manage, control and reduce energy costs, improving their carbon footprint.
iRecycle (Android or iOS) by Earth911, Inc.
Looking to recycle non-traditional items? iRecycle is a good resource. The app features 1.6 million ways to recycle over 350 items; leaving consumers empowered to achieve a personal zero-waste-to-landfill status.
Recycle your old device; support victims of domestic violence.
Since 2001, Verizon has recycled and refurbished over 10 million phones through HopeLine® By donating no-longer-used wireless devices and accessories (from any provider) consumers help support victims and survivors of domestic violence. If donated phones are unsalvageable, they will join the more than 2.1 million phones that have been recycled in an environmentally sound way under Verizon’s zero-landfill policy.
In honor of the 45th annual Earth Day, be good to the planet and support a worthy cause. Dig up your old phones, batteries and accessories, and donate them to HopeLine today. Here are three ways to donate:
- Use the HopeLine app (add iOS or Android) to locate the nearest Verizon Wireless Communications Store and drop off your phone.
- Print a postage-paid label and adhere it to your shipping box.
- Inspired to gather more than just your own phone? Host a HopeLine Phone Drive.
To participate in the Earth Day #VZWBuzz Mobile Lifestyle Chat on Friday, April 17, email [email protected] with the subject line: VZWBuzz. Topics will include how to safely recycle electronics, trading in your smartphones and the HopeLine program.
For more information of Verizon Wireless products and services, visit www.verizonwireless.com.
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