Recycling
Please do not throw electronics in the trash. Recycle them! Old computers, monitors, keyboards, cell phones, cameras, etc. contain metals and other raw materials that are harmful to our environment if not disposed of properly. Old television sets with cathode ray tubes are especially harmful as they contain significant amounts of lead and phosphors containing mercury, barium, cadmium, and other heavy metals. These toxins end up in our local landfills and incinerators and are released into the environment. Many people who are uninformed or simply don't care will not hesitate to rid themselves of unwanted electronics in your neighborhood trash and consequently contribute to an ever increasing level of toxins in your area.
Fairfax County now runs its own electronics recycling program at the I-66 Transfer Station over on West Ox Road and I-95 Complex in Lorton where you can recycle unwanted electronics free of charge all day every day of the week. It also hosts free document shredding once a month at varying locations. You can visit their website here:
Fairfax County Recycling
Upon entering the complex, follow the signs for electronics recycling and pull up to the designated pavilion. An attendant should be present to answer any questions you may have.
The EPA's website lists several electronics retailers such as Staples and Best Buy who will recycle your electronics, often for free:
EPA Electronics Donation and Recycling
Remember to remove or thoroughly WIPE YOUR COMPUTER'S STORAGE DRIVE before donating or recycling it! You never know for certain where it will end up or who will be handling it. You can download either of these free programs to do this:
Darik's Boot and Nuke
Active Killdisk
Please help to keep our planet GREEN!
Fairfax County now runs its own electronics recycling program at the I-66 Transfer Station over on West Ox Road and I-95 Complex in Lorton where you can recycle unwanted electronics free of charge all day every day of the week. It also hosts free document shredding once a month at varying locations. You can visit their website here:
Fairfax County Recycling
Upon entering the complex, follow the signs for electronics recycling and pull up to the designated pavilion. An attendant should be present to answer any questions you may have.
The EPA's website lists several electronics retailers such as Staples and Best Buy who will recycle your electronics, often for free:
EPA Electronics Donation and Recycling
Remember to remove or thoroughly WIPE YOUR COMPUTER'S STORAGE DRIVE before donating or recycling it! You never know for certain where it will end up or who will be handling it. You can download either of these free programs to do this:
Darik's Boot and Nuke
Active Killdisk
Please help to keep our planet GREEN!