Computer Recycling Schemes available in
South Australia
- An old computer (under 5 years) which still works may be donated
Where can I donate my computer for someone else to use?
Where can I dispose of my computer and other E-Waste?
- Planet Ark “Recycling Near You”
- Ecycle Recovery located in metro areas
Why can’t I just put it out in my general waste?
- Computers and most electrical equipment have high levels of:
- Mercury
- Arsenic
- Lead
- Other heavy metals
- These are what we want to avoid filling our landfills and other countries’ landfills. Environmentally safe disposal will recycle up to 97% of the computer to ensure that the minimal amount reaches landfill sites.
What is E-Waste?
- E-Waste is a popular name for electronic products nearing the end of their "useful life".
- Most common electronic products are computers, televisions, VCR/DVDs, stereos, copiers and fax machines.
Schemes available to South Australian community organisations and individuals:
- Australian Computer Society (ACS) PC Recycling Scheme
- Business to Community Recyclers
- Computer Technologies for Schools Project
- ITShare
- Smart state
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