Computer and Electronics Recycling

Computers

Computers can contain lead and other hazardous materials that harm the environment. But did you know much of the metal, plastic, and other components are recyclable?

This list of local computer recyclers is for information purposes only and is not a recommendation or endorsement by Solid Waste Services.

Axcess Technologies
4801 Freidrich Lane, Bd.1, Ste.100
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 441-1100
Contact: Bryan Frazar

Computers for Kids
2928 Manor Rd.
Austin, TX 78722
(512) 294-1158
Contact: Perce "Putty" Collins

CTG Environmental
PO Box 200151
Austin, TX 78720
(512) 657-5681
Contact: Garland Luedecke

Earth Protection Services, Inc. (EPSI)
3916 Gattis School Rd., Ste.112
Round Rock, TX 78664
(512) 251-4691

Electronic Recycling & Trading
6106 Baldwin Dr.
Austin, TX 78724
(512) 927-2300

FITS Computer Recycling
(281) 450-0508
Contact: Steve Sussman

Goodwill Industries of Central Texas
Austin, TX 78753
(512) 637-7100

Reconnect (a partnership between Dell and Goodwill)

Image Microsystems, Inc.
9800 Metric, Ste.300
Austin, TX 78758
(512) 751-8442
Contact: Jim Rollins

Round2 Technologies, Inc.
6301 E. Stassney Ln., Ste.400
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 342-8855
Contact: Scott Williams

In Cycle Electronics
3739 Drossett Dr.
Austin, TX 78744
(512) 617-7300

Tri Recycling, Inc.
Austin, TX
(512) 329-0172
Call for location and drop-off info

Vadico
15301 Connie St.
Austin, TX 78728
(512) 844-8131
Contact: Herman Von Hapsburg

Other Electronics

Electronic waste is any waste that has a circuit board or a cathode ray tube (CRT). This includes products such as:

• Televisions [see Digital TV Transition]
  
• Computers: central processing units (CPUs), monitors, laptops
• Computer keyboards, speakers, printers, and other peripherals
• VCRs and DVD players
• Fax machines
• Other audio, video and telecommunication equipment (such as stereos, VCRs and cell phones)

The Electronic Industries Alliance has a directory of companies and other organizations that will help you recycle other electronics. See http://www.eiae.org.

For more information, see:

• Where Can I Donate or Recycle My Old Computer and Other Electronic Products? page of the US EPA's Web site.
• Recycle Your Electronics! FAQ
• A list of corporate electronics recycling programs.
• More Manufacturer Recycling Options > >.