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2006-01-25
2006-01-25
Press Release - Quixote Group:

Freeplay™ is good for the environment
GREENSBORO, N.C. - Every year, more than two billion non-rechargeable batteries are disposed of improperly. Comprised of heavy metals, such as alkaline, mercury, nickel cadmium and lead, batteries end up in landfills and incinerators that impact the environment, which may cause health risks to humans and animals.

With the introduction of new self-sufficient technologies, such as Freeplayô flashlights, radios and portable energy sources, the need for disposable batteries can be diminished.

According to Earth 911, batteries can produce the following potential problems or hazards:
  • Pollute the lakes and streams as the metals vaporize into the air when burned
  • Contribute to heavy metals that may potentially leak from solid waste landfills
  • Expose the environment and water to lead and acid
  • Contain strong corrosive acids
  • Cause burns or danger to eyes and skin
With its self-sufficient energy technology, Freeplay provides consumers with products that minimize the impact on the environment. Freeplay technology relies on wind-up, solar and rechargeable power instead of conventional disposable batteries, effectively reducing the hazardous waste going into the environment. And with "human-powered" devices like wind-up and step pedals on all Freeplay products, everyone who uses a Freeplay can be personally involved in helping the environment.

About Freeplay
Freeplay Energy Group was founded in the mid-1990s to provide products using self-sufficient technology in attempt to diminish the dependence on traditional energy sources. Since then, the company has launched several models of flashlights, radios and other household devices that operate on wind-up, solar and rechargeable power. For more information, visit Freeplay's web site at www.freeplayenergy.com. Freeplay products are available at www.target.com and www.bestbuy.com.

For more information, please contact:
Angie Roberson, 336.544.2413, aroberson@quixotegroup.com
Cincia Brooks, 336.544.2415, cbrooks@quixotegroup.com

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