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Paper
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- GreenTextbooks.org Recycling Program
1412 Plata Way
Sandy, UT 84093
(801) 523-8069
http://www.greentextbooks.org
Book recycling, compact discs
This program offers recycling of textbooks, DVDs and CDs. A minimum of 5 percent of your donation will be given directly to nonprofit groups.
- International Book Project
1440 Delaware Avenue
Lexington, KY 40505
(859) 254-6771
http://www.intlbookproject.org
Book donation
This program accepts books in excellent condition only. Please do not donate books with broken bindings, excessive highlighting or torn/missing pages. The types of books with the most need are textbooks less than 10 years old, dictionaries and vocational books. Please download a shipping label from the website.
- St. Simon Publishing
Germantown, TN 38183
(901) 219-6718
http://stsimonpublishing.com
Book recycling
Please visit the website for shipping information.
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Medical Supplies
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- Heritage Lifecycle Mailback
Indianapolis, IN 46231
(888) 347-7671
http://store.heritage-enviro.com/
CFLs, fluorescent tubes, lead-acid batteries (non-automotive), medical sharps, NiCad batteries, other batteries, rechargeable batteries, single-use batteries, unwanted or expired medications
Please call or visit the website for details on this program.
- Mail Your Sharps
Irmo, SC 29063
(803) 829-8109
http://www.mailyoursharps.com
Items containing mercury, medical sharps, mercury thermostats
Please visit the website or call to order the mail back disposal container.
- Meda Send Medical Waste Mail-Back Service
Seal Beach, CA 90740
(800) 200-3581
http://www.medasend.com/catalogue
Medical sharps
Since 2002, Medasend has supplied thousands of medical waste containers to customers all over the United States. The program includes a container and pre-paid return service. Please call or visit the website for more information.
- Sharps Compliance Incorporated
9350 Kirby Drive, Suite 300, Houston, TX 77054
(800) 772-5657
http://www.sharpsinc.com
Medical sharps
Please contact customer support for product information and to order the Sharps Disposal by Mail Kit.
- Stericycle Mailback Program
Lake Forest, IL 60045
(800) 355-8773
http://www.stericycle.com/mailback-programs.html
Items containing mercury, medical sharps
The Stericycle Mailback Programs use specially designed, prepaid shipping containers that comply with ADA, OSHA and EPA requirements. They’re also approved for transport via US Mail. This program provides you with pre-paid recycling containers, as well as all necessary documentation. There is a separate container for each collected material.
- Republic Sharps
Phoenix, AZ 85054
(855) 737-7871
http://www.republicsharps.com/
Medical sharps
The Republic Sharps Mail Back Disposal Service is ideal for people who use needles at home to treat diabetes, arthritis, cancer or other medical conditions. Please call or visit the website to obtain a shipping container.
- MedWaste Tracker
Houston, TX 77339
(866) 699-6466
https://www.thinkgreenfromhome.com/SyringesAndLancets.cfm
Medical sharps
The MedWaste Tracker(SM) system for the safe disposal of sharps and medical waste offers a safe, convenient, and cost effective method for proper disposal of syringes used to administer medications at home. Please visit the MedWaste Tracker(SM) website for more information.
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Light Bulbs
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- All Lamp Recycling, LLC
Joplin, MO 64802
(417) 782-7244
http://www.alllamprecycling.com
Ballasts, CFLs, fluorescent tubes, NiCad batteries, other batteries, rechargeable batteries, single-use batteries
Please call or visit the website to order a recycling container. This program provides a recycling certificate.
- Christmas Light Source Recycling Program
1923 6th Ave
Fort Worth, TX 76110
(866) 926-4877
http://www.christmas-light-source.com/Christmas-Lights-Recycling-Program_c_210.html
String lights
Please box Christmas lights (broken or unbroken) and send to the address provided. Include your name, address and email address and you'll receive an email code good for 10% off a single order of Christmas lights (one rebate coupon per household). The lights will be recycled and the proceeds from the recycling will be used to buy books that are donated to the DFW Marine Toys for Tots Foundation.
- Eco Lights Northwest Recycling Program
Seattle, WA 98134
(206) 343-7443
http://www.ecolights.com
Ballasts, CFLs, fluorescent bulbs, items containing mercury, NiCad batteries, mercury thermostats, other batteries, rechargeable batteries, single-use batteries
This program offers pre-paid recycling kits for all lighting sources, fixture bulbs, batteries and other mercury containing items. Please call for additional information.
- Environmental LED Christmas Light Recycling Program
109 E Prairie St
Vicksburg, MI 49097
(866) 465-7334
http://www.environmentalled.com/Christmas-Light-Recycling-24.html
String lights
Send in your old Christmas lights for recycling and receive a 10% off coupon. Please put lights in a cardboard box without any packing material or original boxes. Please mark Attn: Christmas Light Recycling on your package. Include your name and email address for the coupon.
- HolidayLEDs.com Christmas Light Recycling Program
118 Rosehill Dr, Suite 1
Jackson, MI 49202
(866) 492-4330
http://www.holidayleds.com/holidayledscom_christmas_light_recycling_program
String lights
Please send lights in a cardboard or easily recycled box, and include the name and email address (clearly printed) of the participant. All coupons will be emailed. Please do not include anything other than the lights themselves, such as retail boxes, plastic bags and any apparatus used to wind up or store the lights.
- LampRecycling.com
2200 Ogden Ave #100
Lisle, IL 60532
(800) 909-9709
http://www.lamprecycling.com
Ballasts, CFLs, computers, computer monitors, electronics, floppy disks, fluorescent bulbs, items containing mercury, mercury thermostats, NiCad batteries, office machines, rechargeable batteries, single-use batteries, telephones, televisions
Through the EasyPak recycling containers, you can recycle fluorescent bulbs, batteries, ballasts and electronics. You will receive a certificate officially recognizing your recycling efforts as well as access to online recycling reports that track your progress over time. Please visit the website to order an EasyPak.
- Mercury Technologies of Minnesota Lamp Recycling Program
Pine City, MN 55063
(800) 864-3821
http://www.mercurytechnologies-mn.com/box.html
Ballasts, CFLs, fluorescent tubes
Mercury Technologies is the oldest fluorescent lamp recycling company in continuous existence in the United States. It offers pre-paid recycling programs in several sizes, and also accepts HID and incandescent lamps.
- Partners in Planet Protection Recyclepak
Palmerton, PA 18071
(866) 323-4777
http://www.4pipp.com
Ballasts, CFLs, fluorescent tubes, items containing mercury (dental waste), mercury thermostats, NiCad batteries, rechargeable batteries, single-use batteries
This program offers prepaid packaging to recycle lighting and electronic waste. Please visit the website to order a relevant kit and for shipping instructions.
- USA Lamp & Ballast Recycling, Inc.
Cincinnati, OH
(800) 778-6645
http://www.usalamp.com
Ballasts, CFLs, fluorescent tubes, incandescent bulbs, items containing mercury, NiCad batteries, other batteries, rechargeable batteries, single-use batteries
Please call for a pre-paid recycling kit. This mail-in program accepts fluorescent and incandescent lamps, ballasts, electronic waste, all types of batteries and items containing mercury.
- Waste Management LampTracker
Phoenix, AZ 85008
(800) 664-1434
https://www.wmlamptracker.com
Ballasts, CFLs, fluorescent tubes, items containing mercury (dental waste), mercury thermostats, NiCad batteries, other batteries, rechargeable batteries, single-use batteries
Please go online to order a LampTracker Mercury VaporLok container. Your recycling certificate of compliance will be sent to you via email as soon as your container is received.
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Large Electronics
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- Apple Computer Recycling Program
Cupertino, CA 95014
(888) 638-2761
http://www.apple.com/recycling
Computer monitors, computer recycling, mp3 players
Apple’s free computer and iPod recycling programs in the US make it easy for consumers to help protect the environment. This program involves purchasing a prepaid shipping label and shipping your used computer or monitor to Apple’s recycling partner. In certain states, there is no fee for recycling.
- A-Z Computer Recycling & Liquidation
1661 South Brookhurst, Unit 1, Anaheim, CA 92804
(714) 563-1029
http://www.spintradeexchange.com/
Computer monitors, computer recycling, electronics, office machines
A-Z computer liquidators specialize in buying, selling, remarketing and recycling used computer parts, electronic components, telecom, network, lab and test equipment, and peripherals. There is no charge to bring in laptops, P4 / P3 / G4 / G3 windows and Mac desktop and towers, laptop parts and laptop accessories. All hard drives, CD-ROMs, loose PC boards / cards, all cables, all retail packaged / sealed software, all telephone equipment, all test equipment, all networking equipment (hubs, routers, switches, etc.). Please visit the website for further information regarding any fees.
- Computer Corps
6373 Highway 50 East, Carson City, NV 89701
(775) 883-2323
http://www.computercorps.org/
Compact discs, computer donation, computer monitors, computer recycling, electronics, office machines
You may contact this program by e-mail at computercorps@att.net or by fax at 775-883-7676. This program accepts all electronic waste except televisions.
- Dell Global Recycling
Round Rock, TX 78682
(888) 576-3818
http://www.dell.com/recycling
Computer monitors, computers
Dell gives several different options as to how you can get rid of your computers. You may trade it in for store credit toward new Dell hardware, auction it via DellAuction.com or donate it, through the National Cristina Foundation, to disabled or economically disadvantaged children and adults. Please either call or visit the website for more information.
- Hewlett-Packard Planet Partners Recycling Program
Palo Alto, CA 94304
(888) 485-1849
http://www.hp.com/hpinfo/globalcitizenship/environment/recycle/index.html
Cell phones, computer monitors, computers, electronics, inkjet cartridges, mp3 players, office machines, toner cartridges
HP recycling services provides an easy way to recycle computer equipment, printing supplies and electronics regardless of brand. Please visit the website for information on how to ship materials based on where you live.
- Intercon Solutions
4401 West Ogden Avenue
Chicago, IL 60623
(888) 452-5642
http://www.interconrecycling.com
Compact discs, computer donations, computer monitors, computer recycling, electronics, game console reuse, NiCad batteries, nonferrous metal, office machines, rechargeable batteries, telephones, televisions
Intercon Recycling handles recycling needs for corporations of any size as well as individuals. They deal with all types of computers, electronics, miscellaneous electrical equipment, scrap metals, cables, and some other recyclables such as batteries. For a quote please send a complete list of items to be recycled via fax or email. Once they receive the equipment they will send you a Certificate of Recycling that releases your company from any environmental liabilities. You may also call 773-521-5642, fax them at 773-762-2604 or email them at info@interconrecycling.com for more information.
- PC Disposal
Olathe, KS 66062
(877) 244-0250
http://pcdisposal.com
Cell phones, computer monitors, computer recycling, electronics, telephones, televisions
This program will accept computers, monitors, televisions, electronics, phone systems, main frames, printers, plotters, and more. Please visit www.pcdisposal.com for packaging materials and instructions.
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Inkjet & Toner Cartridges
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- Brother Cartridge Collection Program
Memphis, TN 38133
http://www.brother-usa.com/environment/
Toner cartridges
This is a national mail-in program offered by Brother International. For more information or to print a free prepaid label, please visit the website.
- CartridgeFundraising.com
Rochester, NY 14609
(800) 594-4468
http://www.cartridgefundraising.com
Cell phones, inkjet cartridges, toner cartridges
This program pays you to recycle old cell phones, empty inkjet and laser printer cartridges. Please contact the company for specific model numbers, other brands and cash amounts paid for each.
- Coastal Recycling Centers
Palm Desert, CA 92260
(760) 636-4892
http://www.coastalrecyclingcenters.com
Cell phones, inkjet cartridges, toner cartridgesPlease visit the website for pre-paid shipping containers.
- CURE Recycling
Woodstock, GA 30188
(404) 680-1043
http://www.curerecycling.com
Cell phones, inkjet cartridges
CURE Recycling recovers used printer cartridges, PDAs and cell phones from schools, businesses, non-profit organizations and government agencies, which are inspected and recycled for reuse. Please visit the website for more information and pre-paid shipping labels.
- Enviro Solutions LLC
Lexington, SC 29071
(803) 629-3218
http://www.envirosolutionsllc.com
Cell phones, inkjet cartridges, toner cartridges
This is a national program and will send free collection and shipping materials to any location. Return costs are pre-paid. Please visit the website to obtain free shipping materials.
- Freerecycling.com
Laguna Niguel, CA 92607
(949) 363-8201
http://www.freerecycling.com
Cell phones, compact discs, inkjet cartridges
This program will pay per cartridge and phone sent, and pays for shipping nationwide.
- FundingFactory.com
Erie, PA 16507
(888) 883-8237
http://www.fundingfactory.com
Cell phones, inkjet cartridges, toner cartridges
Please call or visit the website to receive your welcome kit containing a sampling of available postage paid boxes. Recycling is available at no cost to the sender. This program awards points for items collected which are redeemable toward technology, sports equipment, playground equipment or cash. Points are provided based on the brand of the item you have. This program offers schools and nonprofits a fundraising opportunity.
- Laser Save
843 State Route 33 #11
Freehold, NJ 07728
(732) 431-3339
http://www.lasersave.com/index.php?main_page=page&id=20&chapter=0
Inkjet cartridges, toner cartridges
This program accepts ink and laser cartridges for drop-off or by mail. Laser Save provides replacement and original toner supplies for laser printers, fax, desk jets and copiers in addition to new and refurbished equipment. Once your cartridge is received, you will have the option of receiving a check or making a donation to a charity such as Child Help USA.
- Printpal Recycling
910 Chevy Way
Medford, OR 97504
(888) 772-1361
Inkjet cartridges, toner cartridges
Please call for a JetPak mailer to send your cartridges in.
- Recycle Rewards
Erie, PA 16507
(888) 336-9181
http://www.rrewards.com
Cell phones, inkjet cartridges, toner cartridges
Recycle Rewards is a program designed to make fundraising simple, educational, ecological and profitable. Please visit the website to obtain a shipping label.
- Shadow Fax, Inc.
4601 Helgesen Drive
Madison, WI 53718
(800) 837-1918
http://www.shadow-fax.com
Toner cartridges
This program only accepts laser printer toner cartridges. Please call for a label, shipping instructions or for pick-up information.
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Household Miscellaneous Items
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- American Children's Safety Network License Plate Recycling Program
PO Box 146
Paris, MO 65275
(660) 346-0307
http://www.amchildsafety.org/
License plates
This program recycles vehicle license plates and car tags, new and old, and uses the proceeds to purchase bicycle helmets and give them to schools, police departments, fire departments and health departments.
- Armstrong World Industries Ceiling Tile Program
Lancaster, PA 17604
(877) 276-7876
http://www.armstrong.com/sustainability/programs-recycling.html
Ceiling tiles
This company recycles mineral fiber ceiling tiles. Tiles must be pre-approved prior to shipping. Please call for a representative in your area and more detailed instructions.
- CEMCO Cylinder Disposal
Auburn, NY 13021
(315) 253-2886
http://www.cylinderdisposal.com
Propane tanks
This mail-in program specializes in the complete recovery of the contents remaining and the recovery of small one pound propane cylinders (camping stove type). Please call to schedule a shipment or drop-off.
- Crazy Crayon Recycle Program
721 Village Rd
Pelican Lake, WI 54463
(800) 561-0922
http://www.crazycrayons.com/recycle_program.html
Crayons
This program takes takes unwanted, rejected, broken crayons and recycles them into fresh, new crayons. It accepts all crayons, but please know that crayons from foreign countries will be sorted out and discarded since they may contain lead and plastics. E-mail LuAnn at LuAnn@CrazyCrayons.com with additional questions.
- Educational Assistance Limited
Glen Ellyn, IL 60138
(630) 690-0010
http://www.inventorydonations.org/
Computer donation, computer monitors, household furniture, household item donation/reuse, office furniture, reusable appliance donation, scrap metal, tools
EAL helps turn excess or unwanted inventory, gently used equipment and services into college tuition for needy students. It also accepts donations of cash, securities and other valuable assets. If you wish to donate inventory or services to EAL, the first step is to download, complete, and fax the inventory form on the website, so that EAL can determine if donations meet the criteria. In most cases, the donor takes care of shipping costs as they may be tax deductible.
- Garment Recovery Systems Tyvek Recycling Program
2030 E Summer St
Hammond, IN 46320
(219) 989-4627
http://www.garmentrecoverysystems.com
Tyvek® apparel
This program accepts lab coats and coveralls, aprons, frocks, sleeves, boot/shoe covers and hoods. It pays for shipping if you print a label from the website. If you have non-Tyvek® disposable apparel, please visit the website for further evaluation.
- Lamb Awards Recycling Program
Westminster, MD 21157
(410) 876-1444
http://www.lambawards.com/recycle.html
Trophies
Lamb Awards will either donate matching sets to charities in need or break the trophies down for parts. These parts will go on to other trophy winners. Please visit the website before sending any trophies. This program also accepts old plaques, sculptures and medals. You are responsible for any expenses related to shipping the old items.
- Lions In Sight Recycling Program
1404 Lemon Street, Vallejo, CA 94590
(707) 648-2306
http://www.lionsinsight.org/
Glasses
Lions In Sight is dedicated to bringing basic eye care and eyeglasses to a world of people in need. Please place your eyeglasses in a box with tissue or newspaper padding and mail to the address listed or look for a Lions In Sight collection box where you buy your glasses.
- Locks of Love Hair Donation Program
West Palm Beach, FL 33405
(561) 833-7332
http://www.locksoflove.org/donate.html
Hair
Locks of Love is a public non-profit organization that provides hairpieces to financially disadvantaged children in the United States and Canada under age 21 suffering from long-term medical hair loss from any diagnosis. To participate, please visit the website for donation information. Hair must be at least 10 inches long and in ponytail form.
- Matter of Trust Hair Recycling Program
San Francisco, CA 94114
(415) 235-2403
http://matteroftrust.org/
Hair
Matter of Trust takes hair and fur clippings and nylons, and uses them to make hair mats to help clean up oil spills. Please visit the website to register, and then you will receive an address to send hair to. Please do not include anything besides hair and nylons.
- New Eyes For the Needy
Short Hills, NJ 07078
(973) 376-4903
http://www.neweyesfortheneedy.com/how-you-can-help/recycle
Glasses
New Eyes for the Needy is a non-profit charity that purchases new prescription glasses for poor residents of the U.S. and recycles donated eyeglasses for distribution to indigent people overseas. This program accepts reading glasses and sunglasses, hearing aids, watches and jewelry, silverware and giftware and dentures with gold inlays. Please call for proper mailing instructions, and be sure to include your return address inside the package so that this organization can send you an acknowledgement.
- Nike Reuse-A-Shoe Program
3552 Avenue of Commerce
Memphis, TN 38125
(800) 344-6453
http://www.nikereuseashoe.com/
Shoes
This program accepts any athletic shoe that does not contain metal. You can visit the website to download a shipping label. There are also drop-off locations in some Nike Factory Stores.
- Rebounces Tennis Ball Recycling Program
1313 Hwy 62-65 N, Suite F
Harrison, AR 72601
(888) 630-5696
http://www.rebounces.com/page/Recycle-Old-Tennis-Ball-With-Us.aspx
Tennis balls
To receive a prepaid shipping label, send an email to info@rebounces.com with your name, shipping address and the number of balls you wish to send. Pre-paid shipping is only available for quantities of 100 balls or more. Once shipped, balls will be re-pressurized to industry standard pressure and offered for purchase as practice balls.
- Recycle Your Mat
1855 W 2nd Ave
Eugene, OR 97402
(541) 556-9191
http://recycleyourmat.com
Yoga mats
Once your mat is received, you will be emailed a coupon for your next order to Manduka gear.
- Scarlet Girl Recycling Program
5331 SW Macadam Ave, Ste 258-409
Portland, OR 97239
(503) 616-3931
http://www.scarletgirl.com/
Adult toys
This program will recycle your unwanted or broken adult toys. For each package of toys submitted Scarlet Girl will give you a $10 credit toward a future purchase. Simply mail your clean, dry adult toys and they will be disinfected and disassembled to remove and segregate all components and electronics.
- Sheer No Nonsense Pantyhose Recycling Program
3707 W Fifth St
Lumberton, NC 28358
http://www.nononsense.com/PantyhoseRecycling.aspx
Pantyhose
To participate in this program, put all pantyhose, nylon knee highs and tights in a box, regardless of brand. You can download and print a shipping label from the website, then send in for recycling.
- The Bra Recyclers
3317 S Higley Rd Suite #114-441
Gilbert, AZ 85297
(480) 988-2283
http://www.brarecycling.com/
Bras
All bras must be washed. Please fill out the Bra Recycling Form on the website and mail to the attention of Elaine Birks-Mitchell.
- The Pen Guy Recycling Program
P.O.Box 994
Forestville, CA 95436
http://www.penguyart.com/
Pens, markers, highlighters
This program takes used pens and turns them into artwork. Please visit the website for more details.
- Yemm and Hart Wine Cork Recycling
425 N Chamber Dr
Fredericktown, MO 63645
(573) 783-5434
http://www.yemmhart.com/news+/winecorkrecycling.htm
Corks
Send your wine and Champagne cork stoppers prepaid (paid by sender) to Yemm & Hart via UPS or USPS.
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Electronic Media
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- Alternative Community Training (ACT)
2200 Burlington St.
Columbia, MO 65202
(800) 359-4607
http://www.actrecycling.org/donations/how-to-donate
Cell phones, cassette tapes, compact discs, floppy disks, jewel cases, video tapes
ACT is a non-profit organization that works in conjunction with GreenDisk and offers a convenient, comprehensive recycling program for electronic media and cell phones. Please visit the website and complete and submit the Online Donor Form.
- Back Thru The Future CD/DVD Recycling Program
1 Park Dr #9
Franklin, NJ 07419
(973) 823-9752
http://www.cdrecyclingforfree.com/
Compact discs/DVDs, jewel cases
Place your CDs and/or DVDs in suitable a shipping package. Transportation expense is your cost. It is important that you separate the discs from the jewel case and remove any paper. Please write "CD" on the outside of your shipping package.
- CD Recycling Center of America
68 Stiles Rd
Salem, NH 03079
(603) 894-5553
http://cdrecyclingcenter.org
Compact discs/DVDs, jewel cases
This program recycles the disc, the paper booklet and any other paper or cardboard that comes with the disc. Please separate discs and paper prior to sending them in, and label boxes accordingly. You are responsible for shipping costs.
- Envirom CD, Inc.
20810 Cork Cir
Yorba Linda, CA 92886
(714) 694-0925
http://www.envirom.com
Compact discs
This program offers certified destruction and recycling of CDs. This includes documentation of destruction, but the sender pays shipping charges. Please call for more information.
- Green Disk
Issaquah, WA 98209
(800) 305-3475
http://greendisk.com/
Cell phones, compact discs/DVDs, computer monitors, computer recycling, floppy disks, inkjet cartridges, mp3 players, office machines, toner cartridges, video tapes (and cases)Please call or visit the website for shipping information and additional information. This is a fee-based service.
- MRC Polymers Compact Disc Recycling Program
3535 W 31st St
Chicago, IL 60623
(773) 890-9000
Compact discs/DVDs, jewel cases
Please mail all CDs/DVDs and jewel cases to Data Management Services c/o DADC Recycling Program. Please keep CDs and DVDs separate and remove any paper from jewel cases.
