In the decade since Minnesota and other states passed regulations to curb landfill disposal and incineration of hazardous electronic waste, Best Buy has collected 2 billion pounds of appliances and electronics through e-waste recycling programs.
Best Buy also has purchased a fleet of hybrid cars for its Geek Squad staff and growing cadre of employees now making house calls. The company said the efforts have reduced its carbon emissions by more than 50 percent since 2009.
The Richfield-based retailer has also upgraded its stores and distribution centers with LED lights and more efficient heating and air-conditioning systems.