FAQ

What is E-Waste?

Think of e-waste as anything that you need to plug in that you want to throw out.
Items that are defined as e-waste (things with circuit boards) are not allowed in the trash, and need to be properly recycled and repurposed by state law. But more than what’s legal, it’s the GREEN thing to do! At GREENspot, we help you recycle the following items for FREE:

Televisions | Fax Machines | Oscilloscopes | Computer Monitors | Optical Drives| PC Boards
Computers | DVD Players | Loose PCBAs | Laptops | VCR / Beta | Keyboards | Cables & Cords
Printers | Radios | Computer Mice | Stereo Components | Hard Drives | Tape & Zip Drives

Where can I recycle my e-waste?
CLICKhere to find your GREENspot DROPoff location to recycle your e-waste for free!

Is there a fee to recycle my e-waste?
If you DROPoff your e-waste at a GREENspot DROPoff location, there is absolutely no cost!  CLICKhere to find your GREENspot DROPoff location.  If you want us to PICKup your e-waste, CLICKhere to see our rates and to request an e-waste PICKup.

Where can I find the e-waste log?
Want to save time?  CLICKhere to print out an e-waste log form. Fill it out and give it to a representative at our GREENspot DROPoff location when you DROPoff your e-waste.

Why do I need to fill out an e-waste log?
The State of California requires that all e-waste be recycled by their owner.  In order to ensure that e-waste is not collected unlawfully, the State of California requires a name, address and valid phone number be collected at the time of recycling.  This information is given directly to the State, and a State representative may call to verify that you actually intended to recycle your item.  The purpose of the log is to prevent non-California residents from dumping their e-waste in our State.

What if I can’t print out the form, or don’t want to give my information online?
If you are not able to or do not want to fill out the form online, you can provide your name, address and phone number at our GREENspot DROPoff location.  Again, this is a State requirement for all e-waste recycling. 

Do you collect any cell phones and/or ink cartridges?
Our friends at Coastal Recycling Centers can help you recycle and unwanted cell phones and ink cartridges. You can find them at: www.coastalrecyclingcenters.com

If you still have more questions about the State requirements for e-waste recycling, just CLICKhere for more information.