Owners of electric and hybrid vehicles on Kaua‘i are facing a new hurdle: Puhi Metals Recycling Center no longer accepts such vehicles for disposal. As per a recent announcement from the County of Kaua‘i Solid Waste Division, the hitch stems from the potential for hazardous conditions during the shipping and handling of these automobiles, necessitating a pause in acceptance as protocols are revised.
The contractor responsible for operations at the facility, Resource Recovery Solutions, LLC, is reworking procedures and bringing in specialized contractors to tackle the disposal process, according to the County of Kaua'i announcement. This hiccup means residents with eco-friendly rides must hang onto their wheels for an indeterminate span.
Information on the timeline for resuming normal operations or alternative disposal methods is scarce, and locals are urged to stay pixel-eyed on updates. For now, the Solid Waste Division is the go-to source for current news and solutions, reachable at 808-241-4841, or through their website, where the residents can glean the latest information on the situation.
