Oneida-Herkimer Solid Waste Authority

Electronics Recycling Program

Millions of computers, fax machines and other electrical devices become obsolete every year. Improper disposal of electronic devices is a major environmental problem and concern. The lead solder, silver, mercury switches, batteries and other chemical components are present in almost all electronics, and in some instances at toxic levels. Disposal of large volumes of electronics is a waste of valuable recyclable resources. Most components, including the hazardous components, can be safely recycled through proper end of life management.

An estimated 20 million personal computers alone became obsolete in the United States last year, but only 2.3 million of them were recycled. An additional 1.3 million were restored, up-graded, and supplied to schools and charitable organizations. The remainder of the computers were disposed of as solid waste.

Recyclable electronic material received by the Authority will be sent to a registered electronics dismantler and de-manufacturer who will separate the material for its recycling value or reuse.

Acceptable recyclable electronic items (see list below) may be delivered to the Household Hazardous Waste Management Facility on Leland Ave in Utica from 8:30 a.m. until 3:00 p.m. Monday through Friday and from 10:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. on Saturday from April until September. Click here for map. For more information contact the Oneida-Herkimer Solid Waste Authority at 733-1224.

Recyclable Electronic Material

Material Accepted

Computers (CPUs)
Laptop computers
Computer monitors
Computer speakers
Computer keyboards
Computer mice
Computer scanner
Computer hardware
Computer printers
All computer cords and cables
Answering machines
Battery chargers
Calculators
Camcorders & video equipment
Cash registers
CD players
Desktop copiers
DVD players

Electric fans
Fax machines
Fish locators
GPS devices
Paper shredders
Electronic games (Play Stations, Sega, Nintendo Systems)
Printer inkjet cartridges
Printer toner cartridges
Video & film projectors
Radios
Record players
Sewing machines
Stereos
Tape players
Telephones & cellular phones
Two way radios
Typewriters & word processors VCR's

Material Not Accepted for Recycling
Television sets
Cash registers
Kitchen appliances
Microwaves
Remote controls
Large copiers
Lamps

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