Although these products may not be dangerous to use, most of them contain poisonous 'heavy metals' such as lead, mercury and cadmium that can pollute groundwater near landfills. Up to 80% of electronics can be recycled, so let's not take risks with the quality of human health or our environment, and recycle all our electronics. For more information about consumer electronics, visit the Consumer Electronics Association website.

To learn more about how to extend the life of your personal computer, read the article, "Six Ways to Extend the Life of Your Old PCs."

Donate your computers

If you'd like to donate to locally to Hawai‘i public schools, please visit Hawai‘i Dept. of Education's e-Cycling Program.

Other donations are accepted at the Cristina Foundation (The National Cristina Foundation is a not-for-profit foundation dedicated to the support of training through donated technology. For more than 25 years we have encouraged companies and individuals to donate computers and other technology, which is then matched to charities, schools and public agencies in all 50 states, Canada, and in many countries around the world).

Manufacturers' programs

Many manufacturers and producers of electronics now have their own trade-in or recycling programs. Visit their website or contact them to inquire about any program they may have. It's important to let the manufacturers know that we, as consumers, are interested in programs like these, and also, to let them know that they too should participate in the recycling of the products they produce.

Listed below are some online trade-in or recycling programs where you may get value for that old electronic item towards a purchase for new electronic equipment.

V7 Recycling Program

Acer Recycling Program

Apple Trade-In & Recycle Program & UHH - Apple eWaste Disposal Days (NEW!)

Best Buy Trade-In Center

Best Buy Recycling

BuyMyTronics.com

Canon Recycling Program

CellForCash.com

Circuit City EZ Tradein

CollectiveGood

Costco Trade-In & Recycle Program

Dell Asset Recovery & Recycling Services or Dell Recycling Program

ecoNew Trade-In & Recycle Program

ecoSquid (Resell or recycle your electronics)

Electronics Manufacturers Recycling Management (Panasonic, Sharp & Toshiba)

Epson Recycle Program

Flipswap

Fujitsu Return & Recovery

Gateway Trade-In & Recycling Program

Gazelle.com

Hewlett-Packard Trade-In Program or Hewlett-Packard Eco Solutions Consumer Buy-back & Planet Partners Recycling Program

Kmart Electronics Trade-In Portal

Lenovo ecoTake Back

LG Electronics Recycling Program

Motorola Takeback Program

MyBoneYard.com

Nokia USA Repair & Recycle

Radio Shack Trade-In Program

Samsung Direct Recycle or Samsung Takeback and Recycle Toner Program

Sony Trade-In & Take-Back Program

TechForward

Tiger Direct Trade-In/Donate/Recycle Program

Toshiba Trade-In Center

Wal-Mart Cellphone Recycling

Xerox Toner & Supplies Recycling

State of hawai‘i electronic device recycling program

The State of Hawai‘i Legislature enacted Act 13 Relating to Electronic Device Recycling during the First Special Session of 2008, this law mandates Manufacturers are responsible to establish, conduct and manage take-back recycling programs for Covered Electronic Devices (CEDs). CEDs include computers (desktops, laptops & notebooks), computer monitors and computer printers (multi-function printers okay); these devices are eligible for take-back options as of January 1, 2010. Televisions will be covered starting January 1, 2011 or earlier.

The State of Hawai‘i Department of Health is charged with implementing this program, for more information on the Hawai‘i Electronic Device Recycling Program (HEDRP) click here. On the HEDRP website is a list of Manufacturers registered and covered under this program (updated February 2010) and information on how to return your CED to the Manufacturer for proper recycling.

A few sites are accepting drop-offs of Covered Electronic Devices for recycling at no charge, check with your specific Manufacturer's program. Most manufacturers have implemented mail-back plans for the Big Island. Many mail-back plans are free while some small fees for shipping may apply to others. Retailers are prohibited from selling non-registered products in Hawai‘i and they must make information available to customers on where CEDs purchased can be returned for recycling. This take-back program also applies to all previously purchased CEDs from the registered Manufacturers.

For more information contact:
Hawai‘i Department of Health
Solid & Hazardous Waste Branch
919 Ala Moana Blvd., Room 212
Honolulu, HI 96814
974-4000 extension 64226# (toll-free from the Big Island)

Other Companies Recycling E-Waste that Serve the Big Island:

Company	Website	Address	Phone Number	Contact
EnviroServices & Training Center, LLC.	www.gotoetc.com	505 Ward Ave., Suite 202 Honolulu, HI 96814	839-7222	Greg Perry
HazTech Environmental Services	www.haztech.net	94-110 A Leokane St. Waipahu, HI 96797	671-1985	Kim Cano
Island Recycling	www.islandrecycling.com	91-140 Kaomi Lp. Kapolei, HI 96707	682-9200	Karen Shinmoto
Pacific Commercial Services	www.pcshi.com	5 Sand Island Access Rd. Bldg. 931 Honolulu, HI 96819	545-4599 780-5679	Winnie Yuen
Pacific Corporate Solutions	www.ewastehawaii.com	99-1305 B Koaha Pl. Aiea, HI 96701	488-8870	David Smith
Pacific Environmental Corp. (PENCO)	www.penco.org	65 N. Nimitz Hwy, Pier 14 Honolulu, HI 96817	545-5195	Jeremy Sirkin
E-Waste Collections, Inc.		Bay Side Computer Shop 55 Kukuau St. Hilo, HI 96720 or CompuCycle Kona 73-5580 Maiau St., Bay H Kailua-Kona, HI 96740	934-7748 326-9695	Tracy Santana

 

 

E-Waste Drop-Off Locations (Fees may apply):

Consumer electronics can be taken to the following locations on Hawai‘i Island. Effective July 26, 2010, computers, laptops, monitors, some peripherals and TVs may be dropped off free of charge. Fee structure is subject to change without prior notice.

PLEASE CALL FIRST!

Compucycle Kona
Call first to schedule drop-off: 326-9695 or 987-4818
Kaloko Business Center (Below Costco Parking Lot)
73-5580 Maiau Street, Bay H(8)
Hours of operation: Monday - Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Bay Side Computer Shop
Call first to schedule drop-off: 934-7748
108 Kalakaua Street, Hilo
Hours of operation: Monday - Saturday 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.

Please do not abandon your e-waste at this site, drop-offs allowed only during business hours.

The following items are accepted (FEES MAY APPLY):

computers & monitors laptops printers fax machines & copiers inkjet and toner cartridges computer accessories electronic parts TVs

Microwave ovens VCRs& DVD Players stereos cameras & camcorders cell phones & telephones other consumer electronics office electronics business electronics

Disposal/Recycling Fees (REvised 2010-07-20):

Items	Cost per Unit	Other
Computers, Laptops & Netbooks	no charge	$5/unit - Hard Drive Erasing
Printers	no charge
Misc Electronics, DVD/CD Players, VCRs, or Stereos	call for specifics
CRT & LCD Monitors	no charge
TVs	no charge
Microwaves	call for specifics

Electronic Waste (E-Waste) is not accepted at the County's Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events.

E-Waste Disposal Events

The University of Hawai‘i and Apple have announced the return of their eWaste Disposal Days. Please visit their website to find out more information on when and where they will be held and what will be accepted at these events. They have scheduled an Education & Government day (must pre-register) and a Household day.

Cell Phone and Inkjet/Toner Cartridge Recycling

Cellular Phones & Accessories

Many cell phone service providers and retailers offer take-back programs for cell phone devices, contact your local carrier first. Also some local organizations hold fundraisers by collecting used cell phones.

• AT&T - Any phone from any carrier. Part of the proceeds benefits Cellphones for Soliders.
• Sprint - Accepts any phone, accessories, data cards of any carrier and condition.
• Verizon - Accepts any phone and battery from any carrier. Proceeds benefits victims of domestic violence.
• Pack Ship & Copy Depot, Waimea, 885-8810 ("Cell Phones for Soldiers" Program)

Inkjet/Toner Cartridges

OfficeMax accepts all types of used inkjet and toner cartridges. Store credit may be given in exchange for cartridges recycled.

Eco-Ink Hawaii - Recycle your used inkjet or toner cartridges. Close the loop and buy remanufactured/refilled inkjet & toner cartridges.
72 Kekuanaoa St., Suite 332 (@ Hilo Shopping Center); (808) 933-1330

Small quantities of inkjet/toner cartridges and cell phones are accepted at the following locations:

County of Hawai`i West Hawai`i Recycling Section, 327-3706
County of Hawai`i Kona Mayor's Office, 329-5226
Honomu Computer Resource Center, 963-6889
Honoka'a Public Library, 775-8881
Ocean View Community Center, 939-7033

Please use original packaging or other protection to avoid damage.

Some more information about printer cartridge recycling can be found at InkGuides.com.

* CompuCycle Kona was partially funded by:

• Change Happens Foundation
• The Grousbeck Family Foundation
• The Silicon Valley Communication Association

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