CRT Disposal

CRTs—cathode ray tubes a main component of TVs and computer monitors—are considered a hazardous waste and CANNOT be disposed of in the trash. The CRTs contain lead and potentially can contaminate the soil and water.

If your computer is in working condition, you may want to donate it to a local charity or school. Please contact the organization of your choice regarding their conditions of acceptance.

Another option is one of the following centers:

• Marin Computer Resource Center
  60 Leveroni Court, Suite 200B
  Novato, CA 94949
  (415) 883-1428
  www.accrc.org
  Days/hours of operation:
  Monday -Saturday 10am - 6pm
  This organization accepts computers and electronic components of any kind. They also accept TVs, phones, copiers, and VCRs. Fees are charged for computer monitors and TVs.

• Computers for Education
  3249 Santa Rosa Avenue
  Santa Rosa, CA
  www.crc.org
  Days/hours of operation:
  Tues-Fri 10am - 2pm; Saturday 10am - noon
  This organization will accept all computer equipment of any age and condition. Tax-deductible contribution applies. No fee for working computers; fee charged for non-working computers and TVs.

Helpful Websites

• Integrated Waste Management Board:
  Electronic Product Management
  Many components of electronic equipment--including metals, plastic, and glass--can be reused or recycled, while others may present environmental hazards if not managed correctly. This Web site provides information and resources on how to properly manage your electronic products.
  www.ciwmb.ca.gov/electronics

• Computer Recycling Center
  omputer Recycling Center accepts all computer, phone, networking, and test equipment of ANY age and ANY condition, working or non-working. There is a charge for CRT's, stripped computers (missing parts), and other items as listed. We accept all new-in-the-box COMPUTER items (less than 3 years old) for FREE.
  www.crc.org

• Earth 911
  This site provides information on recyling a number of different products including household hazardous waste, used motor oil, greenwaste, and computers.
  www.earth911.org/

• Silicon Valley Toxics Coalition
  San Francisco Bay area computer recycling and reuse directory page. This page provides the name, address and type of electronic recycling done by various organizations and businesses in the Bay area.
  www.svtc.org/cleancc/recycle/recycletable.html