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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:
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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.
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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
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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
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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
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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/
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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
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