Electronics Recycling
Electronic devices must be managed properly because:
- Computer monitor and TV picture tubes contain three to eight pounds
of lead
- Circuit boards contain lead in addition to cadmium, mercury and
other hazardous materials
- Heavy metals such as lead can cause damage to living organisms at
very low concentrations and tend to accumulate in the food chain
Electronics Recycling in Kitsap County
Computer monitors cannot be disposed of as garbage because of their
hazardous components. A certified company must recycle them. There are
companies who recycle electronic components, including TV's, for a fee.
The recycle table has current information on
local resources for responsible recycling options. Call ahead to check on
fees and possible restrictions on materials collected.
Electronics Take-Back Programs
Some computer manufacturers and retail stores offer take-back programs for end-of-life
products:
Department of Ecology
State regulations encourage businesses and residents to properly recycle
used electronic equipment. In May 2002, the Washington State Department of
Ecology issued an
Interim
Enforcement Policy - Conditional Exclusion for Cathode Ray Tubes and
Related Electronic Wastes that exempts them from the Dangerous Waste
Regulations if they are properly recycled.
Washington State Legislation – Future Recycling Options
ESSB 6428 was enacted in the 2006 legislative session. This bill
requires electronic product manufacturers to finance and implement a
recycling program in the State of Washington for the recycling of
computers, monitors and TVs by January 2009. All Washington State
residents, small businesses, small governments, charities and schools will
be able to recycle these products at no cost. The program costs will
become a cost of doing business.
Kitsap County Public Works
Solid Waste Division
(360) 337-5777 or (800) 825-4940
solidwaste@co.kitsap.wa.us
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