Monitor Recycling for Individuals

If you have an old monitor, what should you do?

If the monitor still works, reuse it. Most new computers allow you to use two monitors simultaneously. Consider donating an extra monitor to not-for-profit organizations such as schools, libraries, and charities.

If the monitor doesn't work, look for a licensed recycler in your area, or investigate your municipality's household hazardous waste programs. You may be able to purchase a tag from your city to apply to the CRT for a convenient special pick-up on waste day. Many cities have annual hazardous waste days or events where you can bring old CRTs, fluorescent light bulbs, batteries, and other common household hazardous waste to be recycled or disposed of properly (and we might be collecting that material). Sometimes these are free of charge to the residents, and sometimes there is a small fee.

Do not leave a CRT out on the curb with the nonhazardous garbage. Lead and other toxins do not belong in a landfill, and their release will be greatly hastened if the CRT is broken.