How to Recycle CRTs
CRTs, or cathode ray tubes, are found in older computer monitors and televisions. A CRT can contain up to 10 pounds of lead, making it a potential environmental hazard, since lead can leach into the water supply. Although most landfills will accept single CRT monitors, throwing away your old CRT should be done only as a last resort.
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Visit the Electronic Industries Alliance website. This site has links to organizations that list recycling and donation programs by state.
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Donate working CRT monitors to second-hand and thrift stores or to non-profit agencies that distribute computers to low-income families. Find local agencies on the Tech Soup website.
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Call your municipality, public works department or private trash collection service. Find out how to dispose of your CRT. Generally, single CRT monitors or televisions can be put in the trash, but you may have to pay for pickup or put it out on a specific day.
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Check with your municipality or county to find out if any hazardous and electronic waste pickups are planned. These are often held at central locations throughout the year. Residents can drop off hazardous and/or electronic waste.
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Get a quote from the Hewlett Packard website. HP accepts CRT monitors for recycling for a fee. The cost varies and bulk discounts apply. To get a quote, enter the amount of CRT monitors you'd like to send in to be recycled. The price will display. You then need to enter your contact information.
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