Recycling Consumer Electronics in Minnesota

The computer recycling companies and organizations listed in our website also accept a wide range of other electronic devices for recycling and proper disposal. Since not every facility accepts all items, it’s important to contact the local companies or organizations before taking items to them. You’ll discover their hours, identify what items they accept and learn about any disposal fees for particular items. Whether you are a company or individual, it’s easy to get rid of obsolete, non-functional, and unwanted devices properly. By using our directory, you’ll save time and help recover valuable resources, while protecting Minnesota’s natural environment. Some of the consumer electronic products that should always be handled by dedicated electronics disposal experts include:

• Smart Phones, Tablets & E-Readers – As more and more of these popular devices are replaced by the newest and latest technology, there is a growing need for proper recycling and disposal.
• Video Game Consoles – These entertainment systems are actually sophisticated and powerful computers, and cannot be discarded in landfills. They contain the same contaminants and valuable and recoverable components as computers.
• CRT Television Sets – Old, obsolete television sets are a real problem, and most homes have more than one that has been replaced by a modern digital TV. They contain lead and other toxic materials. A nominal fee may be required by some of the recyclers listed in our directory for disposal.
• Flat Screen Televisions – As today’s digital LED, LCD, and plasma flat screen televisions age and are replaced, they need proper handling to prevent contamination of the natural environment and to recover valuable materials through recycling.
• VCRs & DVD Players – Properly disposing of these popular home entertainment devices means taking them to approved e-waste companies and organizations, like those listed in our directory.
• Digital Cameras and Camcorders – These consumer devices contain valuable materials that can be recovered and should not be put in the household trash when they are broken or become obsolete.
• Batteries from Portable Devices – Rechargeable batteries are part of most portable electronic devices today. All contain materials that can be harmful to the environment and valuable metals that can be recovered for further use.
• Compact Fluorescent Bulbs – Designed to replace wasteful incandescent lamps, each CFL bulb contains small amounts of mercury and other hazardous materials in the phosphors that produce light. You can safely dispose of these at local hardware and home products stores.
• Other Electronic Devices – Just about anything electronic, including smoke detectors, which contain small amounts of radioactive americium, should be properly handled for disposal. Most of the recycling locations listed on this website can accept all electronic devices, including home entertainment products, GPS receivers, radios, and many other consumer products.

Keep Consumer Electronics out of Landfills – Minnesota Recycles!

In every home and business in Minnesota an enormous variety of electronic technology can be found. Living in the Information Age means that we all purchase high-tech devices. All of them soon become obsolete and require replacement. Like all technology, they also eventually stop working and need to be discarded. It’s illegal to put these devices in your trashcan for collection in Minnesota, so finding a local facility to properly recycle or safely deal with these products is essential. That’s why we’ve created our easy-to-use website. You can use our interactive maps and directories to find a convenient location that will accept your items. Get rid of your technological clutter and protect Minnesota’s water and air by using our directory.