How do I dispose of electronics in Michigan?

Mid Michigan Waste Authority offers free electronics recycling as part of its annual household special waste collection season. Please call the MMWA office at (989) 781-9555 for dates and details or check under events for the latest information.

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Is it illegal to throw away electronics in Michigan?

Electronic Devices That Can Be Recycled Under Michigan state law, collection sites will accept, at no cost to the consumer: Computers. Notebooks. Printers.

How do I dispose of electronics in Ann Arbor?

Drop off your unwanted computer or computer-related equipment at any Goodwill store or donation center throughout Michigan! If you have a working computer or other electronics, call your local Goodwill to see if they can accept the item.

How do I dispose of a CRT TV near me?

Many Goodwill and Salvation Army stores no longer accept CRT TVs because of the toxic materials they contain.

Give your CRT TV to Best Buy.
Look for an Electronic Recycling center.
Check if the CRT TV manufacturer has a recycling program.
Sell your CRT TV.
Give away your TV for free.

What can we do with e waste?

What should we do with our old electronics?

Don’t trash them. First, we should never throw e-waste in the trash!
Pass them on for reuse.
Recycle them.
Find a good e-waste recycler.
Staples stores.
Best Buy stores.
Do a cell phone recycling drive and fundraiser in your school.
Learn to fix broken gadgets yourself.

What can I recycle in Ann Arbor?

The City of Ann Arbor’s single-stream recycling system includes plastic bottles and tubs; glass; metal; mixed paper; boxboard; cardboard; and cartons. Single-stream recycling does not include yard waste or food waste which should be placed in composting bins.

How do I get rid of an old mattress in Ann Arbor?

How do I dispose of “bulky-items” such as a couch or mattress? Recycle Ann Arbor’s Drop-Off Station and Jackson Rd. Facility provide options to dispose of general recyclables, but also “bulky items” such as electronics, mattresses, tires, and yard waste.

Does Best Buy take CRT TVs?

Best Buy has a few limits on how much you can bring: Three non-CRT (cathode ray tube) items per household per day, and two TVs or monitors per household per day.

What computer parts can be thrown away?

Almost every part of a computer is something that you can recycle. This includes the battery, hard drive, and cables. While some parts contain gold or other materials that are worth money, separating those materials at home is difficult and usually not worth the time that you spend in terms of how much you get.

Can you recycle shredded paper Ann Arbor?

Shredded paper can be put into a paper bag and recycled at the Drop Off Station (there is a $3 entry fee). Recycle Right! Any papers with your secure/personal information on them should be shredded prior to recycling.

How do I get rid of an old couch in Ann Arbor?

Call 800.728. 7825 to schedule free pickups….Call for free furniture pickup.

Ann Arbor Thrift Shop – Accepts and sells clothing, jewelry, antiques, books, furniture, and small household items.
Drop-Off Station – Recycles appliances, computers, televisions and most electronics.