Electronic Waste (e-waste)

What is E -Waste?

E-waste is a popular, informal name for electronic products nearing the end of their "useful life". Computers, VCRs, stereos, copiers, and fax machines are common electronic products that can be reused, refurbished, or recycled. Unfortunately, e-waste is becoming a larger part of our waste.

Where To Recycle E-Waste

You can recycle your e-waste at our Eagle Rock Convenience Center.

Accepted E-Waste

  • Computers & peripherals
  • iPods
  • Printers
  • Fax machines
  • Thumb drives
  • Laptops
  • CPUs
  • Hard drives
  • Servers
  • CRT Monitors
  • LCD Monitors
  • Plotters
  • Printed Circuit Boards
  • Scanners
  • Modems
  • Mice
  • Cables & cords
  • Keyboards
  • Typewriters
  • Memory devices
  • Copiers
  • DVD & VHS players
  • Telephones & Cell phones
  • Cameras
  • Stereo Equipment
  • Drills & Small tools
  

 

 
 
 

 
 
 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Not Accepted for E-Waste Recycling

 

  • TVs
  • Small appliances
  • Rechargeable batteries
  • Toasters
  • Blenders
  • Sewing machines
  • Small household appliances
  • Medical equipment
  • Items with Freon
  • Hazardous Waste
  • Light bulbs
  • Alkaline batteries

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Disposal Fees

Residential and Commercial Loads: $ 5.25 per load (Including Tax) Unsecured Load Fee: $5.82 Extra (including tax)

A Growing Problem

Research has estimated that nearly 75 percent of old electronics are in storage in part because consumers are uncertain of how to manage these materials. In addition, the computer industry is continually marketing new and improved products. As manufacturers make these technological advances, consumers follow the saying, “Out with the old and in with the new”. As a result, an overwhelming influx of e-waste is bombarding the world and challenging it to create an environmentally conscious disposal process.

E-waste that is not recycled often ends up in landfills. As a result, toxic substances commonly found in electronics such as lead, cadmium, and mercury have the capability of contaminating land, air, and water. Computers contain an average of 6 pounds of lead. Accumulation of these substances in the environment is toxic to humans, animals, plants, and microorganisms.

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