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Recycling

With technology changing as fast as it does, computers are being replaced at an ever-increasing rate.  The potential environmental impact should not be ignored.  Computers and monitors contain toxic substances that will eventually find their way into our drinking water if not handled properly.  Possible methods for disposal:

  1. Give your computer to someone you know.  Think of your family and friends, and whether anyone you know could use a computer.  A used machine can be a perfect starter machine, and will almost always be adequate for emailing and accessing the Internet.
     
  2. Give your computer to someone you don't know.  Smithtown, NY, has a program that benefits seniors in this area: 

    Retired and Senior Volunteer Program(RSVP)

    811 West Jericho Turnpike, Ste 103W

    Smithtown, New York, 11787

    United States

    631-979-9490

    cccp.coordinator@gmail.com

     

  3. Organizations that may want your old computer:
     

     

  4. Computer Company Trade-In and Recycling Programs:

     

     

  5. Check this list from the EPA website.
     
  6. If all else fails, don't send your equipment to the landfill.  Towns are beginning to institute recycling programs for electronic equipment.  These programs are commonly known as "e-cycling".

     

     

  7. Erasing your data:  No matter how you dispose of your computer, you should think about keeping your data from anyone else's eyes.