Last weekend we told you about some ways you could reduce your e-waste as millions of televisions will inevitably be tossed when the FCC-mandated conversion to digital broadcasting occurs in early 2009. As it turns out, there's another initiative you can participate in that could make this whole process simpler and a lot more eco-friendly.

The "Take Back My TV" campaign can help you take action and approach electronics manufacturers to establish recycling programs where consumers can send back their used televisions (and other electronics) to be properly processed and recycled. Sony was the first company to organize such a program, and this campaign will allow you to tell other manufacturers such as Panasonic, Phillips and Sharp to step up to the plate and start their own. You can also enter your zip code and find appropriate publications where a letter to the editor can be sent regarding the matter.

There's no doubt that recent advancements with LCD and plasma televisions are causing more people to make the switch, and the FCC's decision will likely drive the sales of new sets across the U.S. However only 12 per cent of e-waste is currently recycled since few facilities and companies offer programs to deal with it. The site also allows you to find the nearest recycling facility to you, allowing you to see if your community has one established, as well as providing a downloadable digital counter so you can countdown until the exact date when televisions will switch to digital broadcasting.

Watch the video below to see where many of these electronics really end up. Ignore the Christmas music as the promo piece clearly had a seasonal theme, but it still relevant.

After watching, encourage facilities and companies to Take Back My TV after the jump!

» Tack Back My TV (Official Site)