Electronics

OCRRA cannot accept electronics at any of our locations, nor do we host collection events. However, elected officials in the area occasionally host free drop-off events that are unaffiliated with OCRRA. While we do not manage those registrations, OCRRA is happy to share announcements for your convenience on our regularly updated Events page.

There’s no need to wait for a collection event. Recent updates to a statewide law create a path for manufacturers to cover costs associated with collecting unwanted electronics from households. Collection sites partnering with the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation offer free-drop off services.

The companies below do not report to OCRRA and may not notify the Agency of changes in policy. Some locations DO NOT accept all types of electronics covered under NYS Law. For example, they may not accept TVs or may charge a fee to accept them. Review the details closely. It is strongly advised that you call ahead to ask if your item is accepted at the following locations and if there are handling fees, restrictions or preparation requirements for drop-offs.

Location	Address	Phone	Details	Cost
Amazon	Mail-in Program	Unavailable	Review the list of items accepted. Follow directions provided.	Listed items are free per Amazon. Review page for updates.
Battery World	5820 E Molloy Rd., Syracuse	(315) 437-1404	TVs accepted with restrictions. Appointment required. Call for details.	Free
Best Buy	3401 Erie Blvd. East, Dewitt	(315) 449-1784	Various items accepted. Call or click here for details.	Fee may be charged pending items dropped off, including TVs.
Bruin Recycling	1001 Vine St., Liverpool	(315) 410-0050	Take up to 2 TVs per household, annually.	$20 per TV. Many other items are free.
EWASTE+	Search drop-off locations	(585) 924-3840	Accepted items vary by location. Municipal sites may only serve their residents. Call ahead.	Many items are free to drop-off. Call ahead to verify.
The Salvation Army	2433 Erie Blvd. East, Syracuse (e-waste at this store only)	(315) 445-0520	TVs accepted, any condition, but no projection models.	Free
Staples	Search locations near you	Varies by location	See list of acceptable items and instructions provided by Staples.	Free for various items. Calling ahead is recommended.
Sunnking Partners	Search Sunnking’s drop-off locator	Varies by location	Accepted items vary by location. Municipal sites may only serve their residents. Call ahead.	Free
TechBack (No TVs/CRTs)	6464 Ridings Rd., Syracuse	(315) 930-0093	See acceptable items. No TVs or CRT monitors.	Free

Items covered under the law

• Televisions (as well as TV set cathode ray tubes)
• Computers
• Computer Peripherals* (Monitors, Keyboards, a Mouse or Similar Pointing Devices, Facsimile Machines, Document Scanners, Printers)
• Small Electronic Equipment* (tablets, VCRs, Digital Video Recorders, Portable Digital Music Players, DVD Players, Digital Converter Boxes, Cable or Satellite Receivers, Electronic or Video Game Consoles, etc.)
• Small Scale Servers

* Computer peripherals and small electronic equipment also include any cable, cord or wiring permanently affixed to or incorporated into such product. 

New York State’s complete list of Covered Electronic Equipment (CCE) can be found here.

Recycling Options for HOUSEHOLDS

You may also contact the manufacturer of your electronics directly to learn about their take-back program. Another option is to trade-in electronics that are in working condition with companies like Sunnking Electronics’ Sell Your Tech or Amazon Trade-In.

To stay up-to-date on electronics recycling, sign up for OCRRA’s monthly emails.

Wherever you dispose of an old computer or mobile device, it is a good idea to protect your personal information so it does not fall into someone else’s hands. “Wipe” your device or destroy your hard drive before recycling your old electronics.

When dropping electronics off to ANY location, it is important to find out what is happening to your materials, so you can be assured they are being handled in an environmentally friendly manner.

If you have electronics, in good working condition, an alternate disposal option is to offer them for free to the local community for reuse. Try an online material exchange site. Check out the sites listed here and give your electronics a new home!