Electronics RecyclingElectronic items contain chemicals such as cadmium, lead and mercury. If not properly recycled, these chemicals can make their way from landfills into our soil, water and air. KEEP E-waste OUT of the LANDFILLS.
To dispose of unwanted items
first consider re-use, especially if the item still works. You can donate to your local good will or thrift shop. Click the link to the right for a list of places to donate working equipment.
If it doesn't work, then it should be recycled properly. Sims/United Recycling (see below) provides this service. A new computer from Dell comes with the option to send one back for recycling (free - but needs to set up with order).
At SCARCE in Glen EllynWe accept cell phones and ink jet cartridges (remember to remove the cartridge before you recycle your broken printer). Feel free to call or email us & we'll help you find places to recycle your other electronics.
Goodwill Accepts Computers for RecyclingReconnect is a residential computer recycling program that offers you an easy, convenient and responsible way to recycle your used computer equipment. You can drop off any brand of used equipment at participating Goodwill donation centers in your area. It's free, and you'll get a receipt for tax purposes. What's more, you'll be helping protect the environment and benefiting your community at the same time. Find a Goodwill location near you. |
E-Waste ItemsExamples of E-waste items that must be properly recycled:
* phones
* computers
* monitors
* printers
* keyboards
* mice
* fax machines
* scanners
* speakers
* TV’s
* stereos
* VCRs
* DVD players
* Cameras & video cameras
* Game systems (Playstation, Nintendo, etc.)
* IPods
* MP3 Players
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