I have an old, bulky computer monitor at home and I want to get rid of that. I am tempted of just leaving it in the curb, like most people do. But I heard that old monitors contain lead that could leak into the ground or air and cause environment havoc. So help me out here please.
2006-08-20 23:38:59 · 16 answers · asked by du5acd 2 in Computers & Internet ➔ Hardware ➔ Monitors
The first and best thing to do is
to call the company which produced it and ask them whether they have any recycling programs or are they willing to take back it if yes ask for the details.
If not ask a govt. office the same.
If you find none then you may either keep it with you for a future point where it can be recyclable else we areat problem any way dont give it to reckless people who may break it and contaminate the enviornment
2006-08-20 23:47:35 · answer #1 · answered by crackman 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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2016-09-29 12:21:02 · answer #2 · answered by ? 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Many municipalities that offer recycling services also have a set scheduled for electronics and toxic material pickup, or they may allow you to schedule a pick-up or drop-off. You should be able to find the number in your phone book's government listing.
Many of the major computer manufacturers also offer free or low cost computer recycling. Dell, HP, and Gateway are well known for their recycling programs. To check them out, use these links:
Dell: http://www.dell4me.com/recycling
HP: http://www.hp.com/recycle
Gateway: http://www.gateway.com/about/corp_responsibility/env_options.shtml
You can also look in your phone book under "Recycling" to see what may be available in your town.
On a side note, if your monitor is serviceable, you may want to consider donating it. The National Cristina Foundation (http://www.cristina.org) provides computers to the disenfranchised and the disabled. Your donation would be greatly appreciated.
Hope that helps.
2006-08-20 23:57:21 · answer #3 · answered by hotstepper2100 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is no lead in a computer monitor, I would be more worried about a child breaking the crt or picture tube! The will implode if struck! If it works, like others say, donate it to goodwill or salvation army.
2006-08-20 23:53:55 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Ask your local trash collection department. There is a lot of lead in monitors and televisions, so many cities keep them out of their landfills (or incinerator exhaust) by sending them to a lead recycler.
2006-08-20 23:47:04 · answer #5 · answered by pondering_it_all 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
This recycling concept seems to have such a low priority, that there are very few places where you can bring recyclables. At one time, Office Depot was telling people to bring their discarded computer equipment to their stores for recycling. I don't know if they do this anymore. Call them and find out.
2006-08-20 23:46:00 · answer #6 · answered by WC 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Look in your local phone book for a recycling center.
2006-08-20 23:45:49 · answer #7 · answered by mergirl 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
put it in garbage bin so that it will be recycled.Dont throw it like that only cover it wit plastic bag sothat the lead does not leak
2006-08-20 23:45:59 · answer #8 · answered by catchsharath 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Send it to me... I´ll try sell it here and I´ll send you 50 per cent of the sale.
2006-08-24 20:04:57 · answer #9 · answered by Mantofuku 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Give it to a charity shop,,,someone less fortunate than yourself may be able to make use of it......that's if it is still working.
2006-08-20 23:50:50 · answer #10 · answered by sarch_uk 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋