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Take-Back Programs
Some electronics manufacturers and retailers will accept back their products for recycling. Manufacturers often have information on their websites and describe their recycling activities, although some manufacturers do not advertise or promote their programs, yet they still offer the service. DEQ encourages businesses and citizens to inquire about recycling options when purchasing new equipment, and prior to disposal of unwanted equipment. More and more manufacturers are responding to the demand for recycling and this list is not complete or comprehensive. The best way to know if a manufacturer offers recycling is to contact them directly. Most charge a processing fee, and some restrict the brands that they will accept. Dell Inc. and Hewlett-Packard can provide a home pick-up service.
To learn about purchasing computers which are manufactured with reduced hazardous materials and increased ease of recycling, visit the EPEAT website.
- Apple Apple Recycles
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Apple Recycle Program for Education
FREE– Just for schools, just for now. - Canon Consumer Products Recycling Program
- NEW!!! Costco Rebate and Recycling Program
- Dell Inc. Dell Recycling
- Epson Recycle Program
- Hewlett-Packard Product Recycling
- IBM Product recycling programs (or call 1-888-SHOP-IBM)
- Lexmark Recycling Program
- MPC Computers Server and Storage Services
- Staples Recycling Program
- Electronic Industries Alliance
- Donation / ReUse Programs
The Electronic Industries Alliance (EIA) operates the Consumer Education Initiative (CEI) program to inform consumers about recycling and reuse opportunities for used electronics. The website contains diverse information about electronics recycling and reuse issues. The website also provides numerous links to state and national recycling and reuse databases. Electronics recycling and reuse businesses can post information about their services and consumers can access databases to locate or list available donations
