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Electronics Recycling
Did you know that it is illegal in Illinois to throw a specific set of electronic devices (listed below) into the trash?
On August 25, 2017, the Consumer Electronics Recycling Act established a statewide system for recycling and/or reusing a set of electronic devices that are unwanted by Illinois residents. The electronics manufacturers are required to participate in the management of these devices.
Devices Covered Under Program
- Computers and Small-Scale Servers
- Computer Monitors
- Electronic Keyboards, Mice, & Peripherals
- Printers, Fax Machines, and Scanners
- Televisions
- DVD Players, DVD Recorders, and VCRs
- Digital Converter Boxes, Cable Receivers, and Satellite Receivers
- Portable Digital Music Players and Video Game Consoles
- Home Audio Components
Yearly Collection Reports
Illinois is committed to ensuring that residents have convenient and responsible options for recycling unwanted electronics. The Consumer Electronics Recycling Act program, through a statewide network of registered collectors, recyclers, and refurbishers, promotes accessibility and environmental stewardship by diverting electronic waste from landfills and encouraging proper handling of materials. These efforts are supported by annual reporting, which provides transparency and tracks progress toward meeting collection goals. The following annual E-Waste Summary Collection Reports highlight how Illinois continues to advance sustainable electronics management for communities across the state.
Contact Us
If you have questions which cannot be answered by navigating through the electronic waste recycling pages, please email EPA.Recycling@illinois.gov.
No electronics are accepted at Illinois EPA.