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Electronics
Electronics are banned from the landfill. It is illegal to dispose of these items in the trash because they contain materials that can be recycled into new products and because they could cause harm to environmental health. They are considered Special Materials because they cannot go in the trash OR the recycling bin.
Certain electronics can be disposed of through the VT E-Cycles Program. These items are collected and recycled at no fee to you. All other electronics are accepted but may be charged a fee for disposal.
What you need to know..
Vermont E-cycles is a Vermont state program that requires the manufacturers of certain electronic items to shoulder the cost for collection and recycling of their products once their useful life is over. For Vermont households and certain other covered entities such as small businesses (10 or fewer employees), non-profit institutions (501c3), and school districts (not private schools or universities), these items are accepted at no charge.
- Electronics accepted at CSWD Drop-Off Centers in Essex, Hinesburg, Milton, South Burlington & Williston.
- The CSWD Environmental Depot accepts electronics by appointment only.
- All customers can bring up to 1 cubic yard of items to the facilities shown. (If location is at capacity for these items, customers may be asked to return on another day or to visit another Drop-Off Center)
- Businesses and municipalities with more than 10 employees, K-12 public school districts, and non-profit institutions may bring up to 7 items for no fee. More than 7 items will pay a fee.
- More than a cubic yard, please call us to set up an appointment. 802-872-8100
Items accepted for no fee
- Computers & Laptops
- Computer peripherals – mouse, keyboard, scanners, etc.
- Desktop printers
- Modems
- Monitors
- Smart board
- Televisions (all kinds)
Items accepted for no fee (limit 2 per day)
- Cell phones
- Chargers & Cords
- Headphones
- MP3 Player, IPod
Items not covered by VT E-cycles program
These items will be charged a fee for disposal.
- CSWD Drop-Off Centers in Essex, Hinesburg, Milton, South Burlington & Williston accept electronics.
- The CSWD Environmental Depot accepts electronics by appointment only.
- All customers can bring up to 1 cubic yard of items to the facilities shown. (If location is at capacity for these items, customers may be asked to return on another day)
- Private businesses and municipalities with more than 10 employees, K-12 school districts, and non-profit institutions may bring up to 7 items for no fee. More than 7 items will pay a fee.
- More than a cubic yard, please call us to set up an appointment. 802-872-8100
Items accepted for a fee – $2.00 each
- Answering machines
- Digital converter box
- VCRs, DVD or CD players
- Electronic game console (XBOX, Nintendo, etc.)
- Electronic typewriter
- Fax machine
- Landline telephone (cordless or corded)
- MP3 Players & IPods (3 or more)
- Stereo component (receiver, turntable, etc.)
- Stereo speakers (per speaker)
- UPS (battery backup)
- Small electronic waste and accessories: chargers, adaptors, parts, cords, MP3 Players, iPods, misc. small electronics. (up to a 5 Gallon Bag)
Other Fees
- Floor printers – $5.00 each
Loads over 1 cubic yard:
- Anyone with more than 1 cubic yard must call us to make an appointment at 802-872-8100.
- Large loads will pay $.18/pound for items not covered by the E-Cycles program (see second tab) or if you are not covered by the VT E-Cycles Program (see second tab).
- Bulk Recycling
If you have large quantities of electronics, please call the statewide e-waste recycler to see if pick-up at your facility is an option: Good Point Recycling: (802) 382-8500
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