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    SCARCE

    800 S. Rohlwing Rd. (Rt. 53)
    Unit D
    Addison, IL 60101

    info@scarce.org

    630-545-9710

    Electronics Recycling

    Electronics Recycling is not available at SCARCE. Please see below for locations.


    Keep E-Waste Out of Landfills

    Illinois banned electronic waste (“e-waste”) from landfills in 2012. Electronic items contain hazardous chemicals such as cadmium, lead and mercury. If not properly recycled, these chemicals can make their way from landfills to contaminate our soil, water, and air. Legally, many electronics must be recycled through an electronics recycling program.

    UPDATED AUGUST 2020

    Items Typically Accepted at the locations below (NOT at SCARCE)

    (always confirm with each location what is accepted)

    Specific locations vary in what they collect. No hazardous waste accepted at any collection.

    • Computers & tablets
    • TVs & Monitors (often for a fee)
    • Keyboards and mice
    • Printers and scanners
    • Small scale servers
    • Satellite and cable receivers
    • Digital converter boxes
    • DVD players and recorders
    • VCRs
    • Video game consoles
    • Fax machines
    • Portable digital music players
    • Holiday lights
    • Cell phones
    • Modems and Adapters
    • Power supplies
    • Cables, wires and extension cords

    Municipal Drop-off Sites in DuPage County

    In addition to these sites, residents are encouraged to check with their local municipality or waste hauler for electronics recycling options. Unless otherwise stated, programs below are for any resident of DuPage County.

    Select locations also accept clothing & textiles for reuse and recycling.

     

    • Addison (Addison Residents Only)
      The Recycling Center, 711 N. Addison Road
      Saturdays 8am-12pm
    • Addison Township
      Highway Dept, 411 W. Potter St, Wood Dale
      Quarterly on Saturday, 8am-12pm
      Upcoming 2020 Dates: Aug 29th, Oct 31st
      Fees for TVs & Monitors – prepay online and bring receipt: $25 for smaller than 21″, $35 for 21″ and larger.
      Also accepts clothing & household textiles.
      List of accepted electronics
    • Bloomingdale Township
      Highway Department, 6N030 Rosedale
      Quarterly on Saturday, 8am-12pm
      Upcoming Dates: Nov 23, 2019; April 4th, 2020; June 6, 2020; Aug 1, 2020; Oct 3, 2020
      Fees for TVs & Monitors – prepay online and bring receipt: $25 for smaller than 21″, $35 for 21″ and larger.
      Also accepts clothing & household textiles.
      Bloomingdale Township Accepted Electronics
    • Burr Ridge
      Public Works Facility, 451 Commerce St
      Monday-Friday 7am-3pm
      Fees for TVs & Monitors – prepay online and bring receipt: $25 for smaller than 21″, $35 for 21″ and larger.
      Also accepts clothing & household textiles.
      Burr Ridge Accepted Electronics
    • Downers Grove Township – On Hold until further notice
      Highway Deptartment Garage, 318 Quincy St. Westmont
      3rd Saturday of each month 8am-12pm, except holiday weekends
      Pre-paid fees apply for TVs/Monitors
      847-397-2900 for more information
    • Elmhurst
      Public Works Facility, 985 S. Riverside Dr
      Quarterly on a Saturday from 8am-12pm
      2020 dates: Jan 25, April 25, July 25, Oct 24
      Fees for TVs & Monitors – prepay online and bring receipt: $25 for smaller than 21″, $35 for 21″ and larger.
      Elmhurst Accepted Electronics
    • Glen Ellyn – Curbside Pick-up
      Residents may dispose of electronics on their waste collection day. This is a fee based service. Contact Groot (847-429-7370) by 5pm Friday prior to pick up. View flyer for details.
    • Lisle – Drop-off
      Commuter Parking Lot B, 925 Burlington Ave Lisle
      Quarterly on a Saturday 8 AM – 12 PM
      Upcoming dates: 12/21/19; 03/21/20; 06/20/20; 09/19/20; 12/19/20
      Fees for TVs & Monitors – prepay online and bring receipt: $25 for smaller than 21″, $35 for 21″ and larger.
      Also accepts clothing & household textiles.
      Lisle Accepted Electronics
    • Lisle – Curbside Pick-up
      Lisle residents may place electronics at the curb for pick-up by Lakeshore Recycling Systems on the first Wednesday of the month. Waste stickers are required.
      Accepts small appliances (except microwaves), electronics, and TVs.
      See link for full list and requirements.
    • Naperville
      Naperville Environmental Collection Campus, 156 Fort Hill Drive
      Mon-Fri 7:00am-3:00pm
      Fees for TVs & Monitors – prepay online and bring receipt: $25 for smaller than 21″, $35 for 21″ and larger.
      Naperville Accepted Electronics
    • West Chicago – residents only
      Groot Industries, 1995 Powis Road West Chicago
      Saturdays 8 AM – 11 AM
      Contact Groot at (877) 775-1200 with questions
    • Villa Park (Villa Park Residents only)
      Public Works Garage, 20 W. Home Ave
      3rd Saturday of Month 9am-12pm
      Limit 1 TV per visit
      Villa Park Accepted/Unaccepted Items
    • Wheaton – Drop Off
      Public Works Yard  820 W. Liberty Drive
      2nd Saturdays of month 9 AM – 12pm
      Fees for TVs & Monitors – prepay online and bring receipt: $25 for smaller than 21″, $35 for 21″ and larger.
      Also accepts clothing & household textiles (in bags, please), liquid vegetable cooking oil, scrap metal
      Wheaton Accepted Electronics
    • Wheaton – Curbside Pick-Up
      Call Lakeshore Recycling Systems (773-685-8811) at least one day before your pickup day. Items must be placed at the curb with appropriate stickers by 6am on your pick up day.
      Accepts small appliances, electronics, and TVs.
      See link for details.
    • Woodridge – Curbside Pick-up
      Residents may dispose of electronics on their waste collection day. This is a fee based service. Contact Groot (800-485-0900) 48 hours in advance of pick up day.
      Small appliances and TVs are accepted.

    Retail Electronics Recycling Programs

    Visit the link for each location to view a full list of what they accept.

    • Abt
      1200 N Milwaukee Ave, Glenview
      Accepts all small appliances and electronics; Fees apply for televisions
    • AVA Recycling
      Multiple locations, must call in advance to drop off or schedule a pickup. Accepts most electronics including small appliances; accepts TVs for a fee at many locations.
      Addison, Bartlett, Darien, Naperville, Schaumburg, West Chicago view all location details
      Main phone: 847-397-2900
    • Best Buy
      Various household electronics, limit three (3) items per household per day. May accept TVs for a fee – check with your local store. Haul-away options available for a fee.
    • Elgin Recycling
      660 Schiller St, Elgin
      TVs accepted for a fee.
      Call for details 224-293-6590
    • Goodwill
      Free program. Accept electronics in working condition as well as nonworking cell phones, tablets, computers, computer parts & accessories, printers, scanners, cables & cords, software, ink & toner cartridges
      Please call your local Goodwill for hours and to confirm they can accept your donation.
    • Illinois Recycling Services
      Pick-up service only. Contact for pricing. Both residential and business services offered.
      708-314-8624
    • Office Depot
      Free recycling of cell phones, rechargeable batteries, ink & toner cartridges
      Paid program for other household electronics Small box : $5, Medium: $10, Large : $15
      Accepted items: Monitors (CRTs, LCD) Desktop and Laptop PCs and computer accessories (mice, keyboards, speakers, etc.), Fax machines, printers/all-in-ones, scanners, Digital and video cameras, VCRS, DVD players, MP3 players, small televisions, cords and cables
    • Staples
      Limit 6 items per customer per day. No TV’s, appliances, large speakers, lamps/bulbs. Free, Secure recycling – any brand, any condition
    • Supply-Chain  Services, Inc (SSI)
      Only Accepts Computers, Laptops, Cell Phones.
      250 W North Ave, Lombard, 8:30am-4:30pm
      (630) 629-9344
    • The Habitat for Humanity Restore
      869 S Rohlwing Rd (Rte 53) Addison
      Drop off Wednesday -Saturday 10 am – 6 pm Offer a pick-up service for select large donations
      Accepts: working condition light fixtures, lamps, ceiling fans & appliances (less than 7 years old, neutral colors), window air conditioners.

    Residents are encouraged to contact their waste hauler to inquire if they have a curbside electronics pick up service.

    Please call the provided number for details on what items each program accepts.

    SCARCE and programs listed are not liable for data removal or protection. Back up your data and wipe your hard drive before dropping off your equipment.


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