 Washington Technology Industry Association is pleased to support the new Washington State electronics recycling program and the efforts of cities, counties, and manufacturers who are helping consumers and businesses responsibly dispose of their electronic equipment either through recycling or donation.
Washington Technology Industry Association members are encouraged to take advantage of these programs by searching the state recycling database and can stay current on Washington State Electronics Recycling initiatives by joining the state listserv.
For Washington Technology Industry Association members in King County, computers, monitors, TVs and cell phones are no longer accepted in the garbage or at County Transfer Stations. King County recommends that these products be recycled at one of the Take it Back Network recyclers who accept a variety of electronic equipment such as computers, monitors, printers, cell phones, PDAs, and fax machines. To see available recyclers in King County by type of equipment click here.
 Effective January 2009, electronics manufacturers began offering a new program called E-Cycle Washington that allows residents to recycle their computers, monitors, laptops and TVs for FREE. Residents can drop off these items at authorized E-Cycle Washington collection sites. Visit www.ecyclewashington.org (external) to locate a collection site. Many of the Take it Back Network members are participating in E-Cycle Washington and will accept computers, monitors, laptops and TVs for free. They will also continue to accept electronic products not included in the E-Cycle Washington program for a fee - such as printers, mice, keyboards, fax machines, scanners, batteries, etc.
Print and post the electronics recycling brochure (PDF, 220 K).
BUSINESS COMPUTER REUSE AND RECYCLING SERVICES
 Interconnection.org is the largest registered non-profit in Washington that specializes in the reuse and recycling of old computers and equipment. They work with many noted companies in the state and are celebrating their 10th anniversary this year. All donations are tax deductible. The majority of their services are free of charge.
Old equipment is reused when possible and is reconditioned by volunteers that require job skills training. Upon completion of their training each person receives a free web-ready computer. Equipment is then sent to worthy organizations around the globe such as schools and the Peace Corp. Any broken items are 100% recycled with nothing going into the landfill.
Interconnection also specializes in on-site collection events for companies and their staff. This gives businesses an opportunity to support policies involving social responsibility, environmental stewardship and employee education and resources. Certified data destruction is available up to the highest level.
By utilizing their services, InterConnection business can guarantee data security, and support socially responsible and environmentally friendly practices while improving the bottom line.
For more information, visit interconnection.org.
Click here to download the Interconnection Flyer.
Click here to download the Data Destruction Services Flyer.
Other Useful Links
Northwest Product Stewardship Council
Washington Citizens for Resource Conservation
Washington Environmental Council
The Recycling Foundation
EPA Recycling Site
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