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What Can I Recycle?

Through advances in recycling technology, you have more options than ever. And it's a good thing because we need to conserve as much of our resources as possible. In this section, you'll learn about which materials you can and can't put in your bin.

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What needs special handling?

Electronics

Electronics that are obsolete, broken, and destined for recycling or disposal are sometimes called "e‑ waste." There are many chemical and mineral elements in e‑ waste. A circuit board contains copper, gold, silver, platinum and palladium, as well as lead. If recycled properly, this waste is a valuable source of secondary raw materials. Watch this brief video to learn more about e‑ waste.

  • Environmental Stewardship

    Waste Management is committed to providing environmentally responsible solutions for handling electronics waste.

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  • Computers (CPUs, monitors, peripherals, keyboards)

    Every day in the United States, we throw out about 130,000 computers.

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  • Office Equipment (photocopiers, printers, fax machines)

    Upgrading your office? Be sure to recycle your obsolete equipment.

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  • Televisions

    As you make the transition to digital television, what should you do with your old analog TV?

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  • Consumer Electronics (VCRs, stereos, home/office phones)

    Is your VCR collecting dust in the closet? Is there a second life for that old stereo?

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  • Cell phones

    Did you know you can recycle your old cell phone?

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  • Unacceptable E-Waste

    The following items are not commonly recycled through e‑ waste recycling programs.

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