Computers, Electronics & Inkjet/ Toner Cartridges

e-waste mixed

Although these products may not be dangerous to use, most of them contain poisonous 'heavy metals' such as lead, mercury and cadmium that can pollute groundwater near landfills. Up to 80% of electronics can be recycled, so let's not take risks with the quality of human health or our environment, and recycle all our electronics. For more information about consumer electronics, visit the Consumer Electronics Association website.

To learn more about how to extend the life of your personal computer, read the article, "Six Ways to Extend the Life of Your Old PCs."

Donate your ELECTRONICS

Why not donate your working electronics to your local reuse or thrift store? Please visit the Reuse page for listings of local reuse centers and thrift stores.

If you'd like to donate to locally to Hawai‘i public schools, please visit Hawai‘i Dept. of Education's e-Cycling Program.

Other donations are accepted at the Cristina Foundation (The National Cristina Foundation is a not-for-profit foundation dedicated to the support of training through donated technology. For more than 25 years we have encouraged companies and individuals to donate computers and other technology, which is then matched to charities, schools and public agencies in all 50 states, Canada, and in many countries around the world).

Convenient local electronic device recycling collection centers

Hilo:
Mr. K's Recycle & Redemption
815 Kino‘ole St.
969-1222
Daily 7:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Accepting TVs & monitors, computers, printers, phones, DVD players/VCRs and other small electronic devices - FREE!  Microwaves not accepted.

COUNTY OF HAWAI‘I ELECTRONIC DEVICE RECYCLING PROGRAM

EFFECTIVE OCTOBER 1, 2011

Free residential e-waste collection will take place on Saturdays, on a rotating basis, at four island Recycling & Transfer Stations. The service begins at the Wai‘ōhinu Recycling and Transfer Station on Saturday, October 1, 2011 at 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

The residential collection service will follow the rotating schedule below at the four Recycling and Transfer Stations in the County:

Please note: All e-waste collection sites open from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. only on their scheduled days.

  • Wai‘ōhinu Transfer & Recycling Station: every first Saturday of the month.
  • Waimea Transfer & Recycling Station: every second Saturday of the month.
  • Kealakehe Transfer & Station: every third Saturday of the month.
  • Hilo Transfer & Recycling Station: every fourth Saturday of the month.

E-Waste collection for Businesses, Government Agencies and Non-Profits will first take place on Friday, October 28, 2011 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Hilo Sort Station, by appointment only. Collections for Businesses, Government Agencies and Non-Profits will continue on the last Friday of every month thereafter. Download and complete the Reservation Form or call 961-8270 for an appointment. Have the type and quantity of items ready for the scheduler. Tip fees of $85.00/ton and a special handling charge of $85.00/load will apply.

MONTHLY ROTATING SCHEDULE

Please note: All e-waste collection sites open from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.

1st Saturday: Wai‘ōhinu Transfer Station (Residential only)

2nd Saturday: Waimea Transfer Station (Residential only)

3rd Saturday: Kealakehe (Kona) Transfer Station (Residential only)

4th Saturday: Hilo Transfer Station (Residential only)

Last Friday: Hilo Sort Station (Commercial/Government Agencies/Non-Profits only; By appointment only - Call 961-8270; Tip fees and special handling charge will apply). Download and complete the Reservation Form.

ACCEPTED ITEMS:

TVs, computers, laptops, monitors, printers/fax machines/multi-function printers, VCRs, CD/DVD players, stereo receivers/amplifiers (no speakers), UPS systems, digital cameras, cellular and landline telephones.  We do not accept disassembled electronic devices or parts.

State of hawai‘i electronic device recycling program

The State of Hawai‘i Legislature enacted Act 13 Relating to Electronic Device Recycling during the First Special Session of 2008, this law mandates Manufacturers are responsible to establish, conduct and manage take-back recycling programs for Covered Electronic Devices (CEDs). CEDs include computers (desktops, laptops & notebooks), computer monitors and computer printers (multi-function printers okay); these devices are eligible for take-back options as of January 1, 2010. Televisions have been covered since January 1, 2011.

The State of Hawai‘i Department of Health is charged with implementing this program, for more information on the Hawai‘i Electronic Device Recycling Program (HEDRP) click here. On the HEDRP website is a list of Manufacturers registered and covered under this program (updated February 2011) and information on how to return your CED to the Manufacturer for proper recycling.

A few sites are accepting drop-offs of Covered Electronic Devices for recycling at no charge, check with your specific Manufacturer's program. Most manufacturers have implemented mail-back plans for the Big Island. Many mail-back plans are free while some small fees for shipping may apply to others. Retailers are prohibited from selling non-registered products in Hawai‘i and they must make information available to customers on where CEDs purchased can be returned for recycling. This take-back program also applies to all previously purchased CEDs from the registered Manufacturers.

For more information contact:
Hawai‘i Department of Health
Solid & Hazardous Waste Branch
919 Ala Moana Blvd., Room 212
Honolulu, HI 96814
974-4000 extension 64226# (toll-free from the Big Island)

Manufacturers' & Retailer's Programs

Many manufacturers and producers of electronics now have their own trade-in or recycling programs. Visit their website or contact them to inquire about any program they may have. It's important to let the manufacturers know that we, as consumers, are interested in programs like these, and also to let them know that they too should participate in the recycling of the products they produce.

Listed below are some online trade-in or recycling programs where you may get value for that old electronic item towards a purchase for new electronic equipment.

 

 

Other Companies Recycling E-Waste that Serve the Big Island:

Company

Website

Address

Phone Number

Contact
Computer Crisis Solutions (still working computers & laptops only) www.computercrisissolutions.com Must call for pick up 895-9325 Charles Higa
EnviroServices & Training Center, LLC. www.gotoetc.com

505 Ward Ave., Suite 202
Honolulu, HI 96814

 839-7222 Greg Perry
Island Recycling www.islandrecycling.com

91-140 Kaomi Lp.
Kapolei, HI 96707

 682-9200 Karen Shinmoto
Mr. K's Recycle & Redemption http://mrksrecyclehawaii.com
Accepting TVs & monitors, computers, printers, phones, DVD Players/VCRs and other small electronic devices - no charge

815 Kino‘ole St.
Hilo, HI 96720

 969-1222 Roy Kadota
Pacific Commercial Services www.pcshi.com

5 Sand Island Access Rd.
Bldg. 931
Honolulu, HI 96819

545-4599

780-5679

 Winnie Yuen
Pacific Corporate Solutions www.ewastehawaii.com

99-1305 B Koaha Pl.
Aiea, HI 96701

 488-8870 David Smith
Pacific Environmental Corp. (PENCO) www.penco.org

65 N. Nimitz Hwy,
Pier 14
Honolulu, HI 96817

 545-5195 Jeremy Sirkin
T&N Computer Recycling Services LLC www.tnncomputerrecycling.com P.O. Box 4320
Kaneohe, HI 96744		 371-0281 Nik Nikolaidis

 

 

Electronic Waste (E-Waste) is not accepted at the County's Household Hazardous Waste Collection Events.

 

Cell Phone Cellphones and Inkjet/Toner Cartridge Recycling

Cell phones and ink cartridge

Cellular Phones & Accessories

Many cell phone service providers and retailers offer take-back programs for cell phone devices, contact your local carrier first. Also some local organizations hold fundraisers by collecting used cell phones.

  • AT&T - Any phone from any carrier. Part of the proceeds benefits Cellphones for Soldiers.
  • Sprint - Accepts any phone, accessories, data cards of any carrier and condition.
  • Verizon - HopeLine from Verizon Wireless accepts any phone and battery from any carrier. Proceeds benefits victims of domestic violence.  Or Verizon Wireless Trade-In Program - trade in your device for electronic gift card (all carriers' devices accepted)
  • Mr. K's Recycle & Redemption, 815 Kino‘ole St, 969-1222
  • Pack Ship & Copy Depot, Waimea, 885-8810 ("Cell Phones for Soldiers" Program)
  • Waikoloa Mailbox, 883-2626

 

 

Inkjet/Toner Cartridges

OfficeMax accepts all types of used inkjet and toner cartridges. Store credit may be given in exchange.

Eco-Ink Hawaii
72 Kekuanaoa St., Suite 332 @ Hilo Shopping Center; (808) 933-1330
Recycle your used inkjet or toner cartridges. Close the loop and buy remanufactured/refilled inkjet & toner cartridges.

Target Stores
74-5455 Makala Boulevard, Kailua-Kona, HI (808) 334-4020

Waikoloa Mailbox
Waikoloa Highlands Center, 883-2626

Small quantities of inkjet/toner cartridges and cell phones are accepted at the following locations:

County of Hawai`i West Hawai`i Recycling Office, 323-4413
Honomu Computer Resource Center, 963-6889
Honoka'a Public Library, 775-8881
Ocean View Community Center, 939-7033

Please use original packaging or other protection to avoid damage.

Some more information about printer cartridge recycling can be found at InkGuides.com.

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