Are light fixtures considered e waste?

Non-working items that can go in the trash*. These items are electrical (have a plug) but are not hazardous waste including: Lamps and light fixtures. Garbage disposals.

How do I dispose of large electrical items?

Some local authorities collect small electrical items as part of their kerbside collection, otherwise you can recycle these and larger items at selected retailers and at Household Waste Recycling Centres.

Can I throw my old computer in the dumpster?

Here is a list of several materials that should NOT go into a dumpster: Electronics – computers, televisions, VCRs, DVDs. Appliances – microwaves, fridges, toaster ovens. Paints & Solvents – oil-based paint, lead-based paint, paint thinner.

What items are considered e-waste?

Typical e-waste devices include but not limited to:

• Old CRT tube televisions.
• LCD and Plasma televisions.
• LCD monitors.
• Laptops with LCD monitors.
• Computers, Computer monitors, and Printers.
• VCRs.
• Portable DVD players with video screens.
• Cell phones and Telephones.

What can you 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.

Can I put a toaster in the bin?

Do not dump your electronics like hair dryers, vacuum cleaners, toasters etc. in your bin.

Where to dispose of electronic waste in San Francisco?

For more information, click here. Drop off electronic waste at the SF Transfer Station. You can dispose of up to 30 electronic items per month for free if they are delivered without any other type of material. More than 30 items are charged at a rate of $1.50 per piece.

How are electronic wastes bad for the environment?

Electronic Wastes can have circuitry that contain toxic heavy metals such as mercury, lead, cadmium, zinc, and nickel that can pollute groundwater and harm public health if not properly managed. Electronic Wastes include: computers, monitors, peripherals, phones, TVs, VCRs, DVD players, stereos, microwave ovens, iPods and other electronic devices.

Do you need to dispose of lighting fixtures?

The entire lighting fixture does not need special handling and disposal as long as the ballast (electrical box) is not leaking. The non-leaking ballasts can be removed and recycled or disposed of properly.

How many electronics can I dispose of for free at Recology?

You can dispose of up to 30 electronic items per month for free if they are delivered without any other type of material. More than 30 items are charged at a rate of $1.50 per piece. If the electronics are mixed with trash, the regular Recology tipping fee applies.