Free Computer and Television (electronic waste) Recycling

In accordance with California State law, TVs and monitors (electronic waste or e-waste) may not be disposed of in the trash. The MRWMD accepts free of charge at the Last Chance Mercantile: monitors, TVs, CPUs, cell phones, printers, fax and copy machines. Limit 5 CRTs per vehicle.

The goal of this program is to keep toxic material out of the Monterey Peninsula Landfill. Computer monitors and TVs with CRTs contain 5-8 lbs of lead as well as mercury, arsenic and other heavy metals and chemicals. Hazardous materials collected are disposed of safely, and plastic glass and metal components are recycled or reused. The Bay Area recycler we send e-waste to has achieved a 98% recycling rate for electronic items.

In 2007, the MRWMD collected 484,855 of electronic waste compared to 233,280 lbs in 2006.

The Last Chance Mercantile is located at 14201 Del Monte Boulevard and accepts electronic waste between 8:00 a.m. and 5 p.m. Monday through Friday, and 8 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. on Saturday. E-waste may be dropped off at the rear of the building. If you have any reusable goods to donate such as furniture, toys or sporting goods those items are also accepted at the Last Chance Mercantile.

For more information on e-waste recycling sponsored by computer manufacturers and to learn which companies are supporting computer recycling, read this article from the Computer TakeBack Campaign.