Recycling old electronics, rather than tossing them in the trash, keeps all of the resources that go into making the equipment in use. AND keeps all of the very toxic components in electronic devices out of the landfill.

The toxic materials used to manufacture today’s electronics include such familiar heavy metals as mercury, lead, and cadmium, plus fire retardants, and a wide variety of chemicals. For example, one average TV screen contains between four and eight pounds of lead. Both lead and mercury are known to damage human nervous systems. And none of it belongs in our landfills.

Electronics brought to the Barre Town Recycling Depot for recycling.

Where can you recycle electronics?

The CVSWMD’s Barre Town Recycling Depot accepts e-waste for recycling year-round during regular depot hours.

E-waste is also collected at CVSWMD special events in other locations. See current schedule.

Some stores accept e-waste for recycling.

What's accepted at CVSWMD?

All electronics—TVs, computer systems and peripherals, printers, copiers, fax machines, stereos, answering machines, microwaves, cell phones, cameras, and more. Call with specific questions — 802-229-9383.

CVSWMD Recycling Prices

Please call for prices for items not listed here:

• Cell phones — free
• Computer System: $10; includes monitor, CPU, keyboard, mouse, peripherals and small printer.
• Television: $10
• Television with 10 in. screen or smaller: $5
• Electronic device or computer component: $5. Examples: VCR, fax machine, answering machine, monitor, stereo, microwave.
• Small electronic device: $2. Examples: hand-held computer game, camera.