NYCWasteLess: Recycling of Electronics & Peripherals

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	Recycling of Electronics & Peripherals Recycling electronics, such as cell phones, televisions, and computers (along with rechargeable batteries found in many of these items), keeps potentially harmful materials out of the waste stream and the environment. However, with the exception of rechargeable batteries, it is still legal for NYC residents to discard electronics in the trash until the year 2015. Effective 2015, certain electronic equipment (such as computers and televisions) will be banned from disposal, everything else can be legally discarded as trash. To manage your electronics legally and responsibly, take advantage of take-back, reuse, and recycling programs. Below you will find information specific to certain products (covered by law or commonly recycled) and across certain sectors (different requirements for residents, governments, and businesses). Products that are not specifically addressed below may still have reuse or recycling options. applicable laws info for residents info for agencies & schools info for businesses & institutions ALSO SEE: ny state electronics recycling law frequently asked questions electronics purchasing tips electronics products and services cell phone products and services Applicable Laws A combination of local and state laws dictate the management of these items: State law prohibits the disposal of rechargeable batteries. State law requires that all cell phone service providers accept cell phones for reuse or recycling. State law requires that manufacturers of certain electronics to begin programs to take back electronics for recycling. State law prohibits residents from disposing of certain electronics starting 2015. State law also regulates disposal of electronics for commercial entities, such as businesses and institutions. Info for Residents REUSE AND RECYCLING OPTIONS take-back progams DSNY SAFE disposal events trade-in progams national charities nyc stuff exchange for local charities third-party recyclers prior DSNY events reuse tips PRODUCT SPECIFIC cell phones computers, TVs, peripherals, and some portable devices ink and toner cartridges rechargeable batteries non-rechargeable batteries all other electronics Info for Agencies and Schools electronic devices other than cell phones and batteries cell phones rechargeable batteries all batteries ink and toner cartridges Info for Businesses and Institutions electronic devices other than cell phones and batteries cell phones rechargeable batteries ink and toner cartridges