Though it may be tempting to toss the electronics in the trash bin behind your office, that short-sighted decision can lead to long-term ramifications, from detrimental environmental impacts to costly fines.
Whether it’s old gadgets or entire rooms of electronics no longer needed, it’s important to know which pieces you can dispose of yourself in an outside trash or recycling receptacle, and which require proper electronic waste disposal (opens in a new window) methods that meet state and federal regulations.
Examples of e-waste that should NOT be disposed of in your trash bin include, but not limited to:
- Toasters, coffee makers, microwave ovens
- Hot plates, microscopes, calorimeters
- Computer monitors, televisions
- Printers, scanners, laptops, keyboards, CD and MP3 players, copiers, telephones, lamps, clocks, flashlights, circuit boards, camcorders, fax machines, cell phones, hair dryers, irons and blenders.
The tenant is required to take care of the disposal of their own personal equipment by calling:
Recycling Solutions of Alaska at 907-242-9587
Total Recall at 907-561-0544
Central Recycling Services at 907-748-7400
