Manchester CT Electronics Recycling Program
What are you going to do with your old computer, printer, and monitor? The average life of a computer is less than five years, which results in a lot of discarded electronics. The State of Connecticut has mandated that electronics items must be recycled rather than dumped in the garbage which ultimately ends up in the landfill.
The Town of Manchester now has a permanent electronics recycling program for all town residents. Located at the town dump at 1 Landfill Way, the electronics recycling center will be open from 7:15 to 2:30, Monday through Saturday. You will need to provide proof of residence.
Electronics are divided into two categories: Covered Electronic Devices and Non-Covered Devices.
Covered Electronic Devices (CED) include computers, computer monitors, printers, and televisions. You may recycle up to seven covered electronic devices.
Non-Covered Devices include mouse, keyboard, cell phones, stereos, DVD players, VCRs. and MP3 players. You may recycle an unlimited number of non-covered devices.
You can also donate your electronic items to organizations for re-use. The State of Connecticut provides details on which organizations accept donations and the guidelines for donating. These include local programs as well as manufacturer and retailer programs.
When purchasing your next electronic device, you might also want to check out the EPA's Green Initiative for Electronics.
Remember, as of 1/1/11, it is against the law in Connecticut to put covered electronic devices (CEDs) in the garbage!
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