Electronics Recycling/Contractors

SWANCC has established an Electronics Recycling Program for televisions, computers, and other electronic materials for member communities.

Electronics Disclaimer, May 2010
In September 2009, Illinois became the 16th state to adopt an electronics recycling law known as the Electronics Products Recycling and Reuse Act. This legislation bans certain electronic items, mainly computers and televisions, from IL landfills. The IL EPA posts a list of approved electronic waste Collectors, Recyclers and Refurbishers at epa.state.il.us/land/electronic-waste-recycling/recycler-list.html.

The following electronics recyclers are not an endorsement by SWANCC, simply a listing of options. It is recommended by SWANCC that you research the downstream recycling practices of any company listed prior to giving them your old electronics.

The Federal Electronics Challenge provides a checklist to assist businesses, municipalities, schools, etc. with the selection of responsible electronics recycling services.  For more information, visit federalelectronicschallenge.net.

To learn about the dangers of exporting electronic waste to Third World Countries, visit the Basel Action Network at ban.org.

Supply-Chain Services is SWANCC's recycling contractor:

Supply-Chain Services, Inc. (SSI)
250 W. North Ave, Lombard
(630) 629-9344
supply-chainservices.com/
Call for details and pricing.

Abt Electronics
1200 N Milwaukee Ave, Glenview
(847) 967-8830
abt.com/green/
Thursday – Saturday:  2:00 pm – 7:00 pm
- Free recycling on all LG, Panasonic, Samsung, Sharp, Sony, Toshiba and Zenith electronics.
- All TVs - free
- All computers, fax machines, VCRs, and DVD   players - $5
- Refrigerators - $29.00
- Built-in Refrigerators - $49.00
- All Other Appliances - $20.00
- Air Conditioners - $15.00
- All Other Small Electronics - $10
- Batteries – 30 cents per pound

Abt also has a trade-in program, both in-store and online. Recycle old electronics and receive Abt gift cards. See website for details: abt.com/tradein

Abt also recycles cardboard, polystyrene (styrofoam) and plastic. Please bring your recyclables to the freestanding building located just west of the main building.

Apple
apple.com/recycling

Trade-in an iPhone, iPad, Mac or PC desktop or notebook computer for a gift card, recycle your iPod for a discount on a new one, or recycle any brand computer, monitor, or cell phone at no charge.

Best Buy
bestbuy.com/recycling
Stores accept most consumer electronics, including TVs and monitors up to 32 inches, flat-panel TVs and monitors up to 60 inches, computers and notebooks, small electronics, VCRs and DVD players, fans, vacuums, keyboards, mice and remotes free of charge. Trade-In program allows consumers to exchange select gently used electronics for a Best Buy gift card. Recycling kiosks at all stores for rechargeable batteries, cell phones, inkjet and toner cartridges and wires, cords and cables.

Cartridge World
2865 Pfingsten Rd, Glenview
(847) 562-0971
9336 Skokie Blvd, Skokie
(847) 329-9096
cartridgeworldusa.com
Also accepts computers, monitors, printers and small electronics. Two items recycled free, $5 apiece for three or more items.

Chesapeake Recycling
1600 S US 35, Winamac, IN 46996
(866) 946-6602
Primarily for businesses; electronic recycling and document destruction.

Chicago's Household Chemicals & Computer Recycling Facility
1150 N North Branch St, Chicago
Operated by the City of Chicago and the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency (IEPA).
cityofchicago.org
Tuesdays: 7:00 am to 12:00 pm
Thursdays: 2:00 pm to 7:00 pm
1st Saturday of month: 8:00 am to 3:00 pm

Residential waste only (no business or commercial sector waste).
This facility accepts many additional items for recycling. See site for details.

Com2 Computer and Technologies
•140 Fullerton Ave, Carol Stream
(630) 653-2662
•1196 S Main St, Lombard
(630) 678-2662
com2computer.com
Free for residences, schools and non-profit organizations.
Call for information. 

Costco
costco.gazelle.com
The Costco Trade-In Program is a service provided to Costco customers by Gazelle. Eligible products qualify for Costco Cash or recycling. Shipping charges are pre-paid by Gazelle. See website for details.

Dell Inc.
Goodwill Industries
1551 North Dryden Avenue, Arlington Heights
(847) 670-7311
dell.com/recycle
Donate any brand of computer equipment to Reconnect, a partnership between Dell and Goodwill Industries. See website for drop-off locations. You may also recycle Dell computers and peripherals free at any Staples store.

Gateway Trade-in Program
gateway.eztradein.com/gateway
Customers can get cash for pre-owned, working technology products, or computers and electronics will be recycled using environmentally sound practices. See website for details.

Everlights, Inc.
9901 S Torrence Ave, Chicago
(773) 734-9873
everlights.com
Accepts computer and electronic equipment, lamps, ballasts and microwaves. Also accepts batteries and thermostats. Call for pricing.

Gazelle
gazelle.com
Buys electronics. Items received with no market value are responsibly recycled. See website for information.

Hewlett-Packard
hp.com/recycle
Get a trade-in allowance toward new HP products or donate equipment to the National Christina Foundation. You may also recycle inkjet and laser jet cartridges and rechargeable batteries. See website for details.

LifeSpan Technology Recycling
(888) 720-0900
lifespanrecycling.com
Large- and small-scale technology recycling, including computers, printers, monitors, telephone gear and fax machines.
Primarily for businesses.

Midwest Laser Cartridge Corporation
928 N Delphia Ave, Park Ridge
(847) 292-2274
midwestlasercartridgecorp.com
Inkjet, toner and fax cartridges. Also recycles printers, copiers, scanners and fax machines.

Office Depot
officedepot.com/promo
Buy a tech recycling box in-store and fill with as many acceptable items as will fit, including CRT and LCD monitors, fax machines, desktop and laptop PCs, printers, scanners, computer peripherals, telephones, digital cameras, video cameras, VCRs, DVD players, MP3 players, small TVs, cables.

Small box          8”H x 15”D x 18”W $5
Medium box    20”H x 16”D x 16”W $10
Large box        24”H x 18”D x 18”W $15

Troubleshoots and repairs computers and phones. Also provides secure disposal and recycling for electronics. See website for details.

RadioShack
radioshack.com
Trade & Save Program provides in-store and online opportunities to sell or recycle small electronics. See website for details

Recycle 4 Cash
recycle4cash.cexchange.com
Cash offered for obsolete electronics.  See website for value of computers, monitors, cell phones, MP3 players, cameras and more.  Pre-paid shipping labels available.

Panasonic Corporation of North American
5201 Tollview Drive, Rolling Meadows
(847) 637-4899
mrmrecycling.com/collection_il.htm

Drop off hours: Monday –Friday:  9:00 am - 3:00 pm
Please park in Visitor Parking. Leave your recyclables in your vehicle and proceed to the security desk inside the main entrance. The guard will provide further instructions.

Products accepted for no fee:
- Panasonic, Technics, Quasar and Sharp branded consumer electronic products
- Toshiba branded televisions

There may be a charge for recycling other brands or products.

Sam's Club Mail-in Program
The Sam's Club Trade-In and Recycle Program is available only to members of Sam's Club who elect to trade in or recycle any qualifying consumer electronic product currently offered by the program. Based on the configuration and condition of your item, Sam's Club will offer to purchase your item at the value displayed by the trade-in value estimator. Shipping for both trade-in and recycled items is free.
econewonline.com/samsclub

Samsung Recycling Direct
samsungrecycling.com
Check website for information on recycling Samsung products at assorted locations.

SIMS Recycling Solution/United Recycling
simsrecycling.com/contacts
1600 Harvester Rd, West Chicago
(630) 231-6060
Call for details and pricing.

Software Plus
400 W Dundee, Unit #10, Buffalo Grove
(847) 520-1717
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Accepts computers and laptops only. Call or email for pricing.

Staples
staples.com
There is a small fee  for computers, monitors, printers, scanners, all-in-ones and fax machines. Dell-branded items are free to recycle. Offers free recycling for rechargeable batteries, cell phones, PDAs, digital cameras and other small electronics. Also offers $2 in Staples Rewards for select inkjet and toner cartridges (up to 10 per month).

Supply-Chain Services, Inc. (SSI)
250 W North Ave, Lombard
(630) 629-9344
supply-chainservices.com
Call for details and pricing.

Think Green From Home (Waste Management)
thinkgreenfromhome.com
Delivers electronic recycling kit in choice of three sizes, with a return-shipping label. See website for prices and information about types of electronics accepted.

Vintage Tech Recyclers
vintagetechrecyclers.com
(877) 544-9671
1105 Windham Parkway, Romeoville
Call for details and pricing. Provides residential recycling for some communities.