Electronics


Recycle your old Electronics for

With the continuous advances of technology, many electric devices rapidly become obsolete. The National Safety Council reports that over 30 million personal computers become obsolete annually. The ACC Solid Waste Department now offers electronics recycling through a partnership with Creative Recycling, a full-service computer and other technology retirement company.

NOTE: No TV’s will be taken for recycling at the ACC Landfill!

Athens-Clarke County residents can drop-off their electronic item at the landfill during normal landfill operating hours-

Other Electronic Recycling Options:

Free IT Athens is a 501(c)3 (under Common Ground) and can accept tax-deductable donations. They're particularly interested in computers and monitors. We also accept printers and other computer accessories for a small processing donation to help with costs incurred due to storage and recycling.

Best Buy customers can drop-off up to two devices per day at any Best Buy store. Items accepted are televisions and monitors up to 32 inches, desktop computers, notebooks, videocassette recorders, DVD players and phones. A $10 recycling fee will apply to any unit with screens, such as televisions and computers. Customers will receive a $10 Best Buy card in exchange for the recycling fee. Appliances are not covered under the program. Best Buy in Athens is located at 3898 Atlanta Highway in Bogart, (706) 354-8311.