Used Computer Equipment Disposal

Recycling one million laptops saves the energy equivalent to the electricity used by more than 3 500 us homes in a year.

Used computer equipment disposal.

For every million cell phones we recycle 35 thousand pounds of copper 772 pounds of silver 75 pounds of gold and 33 pounds of palladium can be recovered. Call them before sending anything to ensure the item s meet their needs. Below are useful links for proper disposal of used computers. Staples free computer and technology recycling recycle computers tablets routers hard drives and more for free.

Plus our national recycling partner eri direct processes all material in the us and is certified to the most rigorous standards. For computers beyond repair see the computer and related equipment dismantle page. He writes troubleshooting content and is the general manager of lifewire. Please note that this information should not be considered an endorsement by the deq but is being provided as a public service.

If the equipment still functions consider donating it to a local school or non profit organization. All collection recycling and reuse of computer equipment complies with 10 1 1425 38 regarding sound environmental management. Unlike many municipal programs some other national retailers and other local recyclers recycling all eligible items at staples is always free and convenient. Contact amanda scofield at 405 702 5118 if you have questions about the oklahoma computer equipment recovery act or computer equipment recycling.