Computer and Electronics Recycling



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Why recycle electronics? As consumer electronics technology rapidly improves and prices get lower, it is estimated that billions of consumer electronics will be scrapped. Through reuse and recycling programs, these materials can be refurbished for reuse or demanufactured for recycling. By not putting your electronics in the trash, natural resources and energy are conserved, valuable and potentially harmful materials are recovered and landfill space is saved.

SWANCC-area residents have many options to recycle computer and electronic items.

For resources on clearing data before recycling, view the EPA's "Do the PC Thing: Donate Computers" information.

Every year about 40 million computers or televisions are discarded in this country alone.

SWANCC At Home Pickup Program

This convenient program costs $25 dollars for up to six items to be picked up from your front door.

SWANCC Electronics Recycling Drop-off Program

Drop-off locations for SWANCC-member residents only. Please see list of acceptable materials. Not all computer and electronic equipment will be accepted in this program.

Ongoing drop-off options

Drop-off locations in the Chicagoland area where residents may dropoff computer and electronic materials. Please note that fees may apply.

Donation options

Organizations that accept used personal computer equipment donations.

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