Politics & Government
Extra Electronics for the Holidays? Recycle Old Ones for Free
Did you get that new computer, TV or cell phone that was on your holiday wish list? Not sure what to do with the old one? E-waste, including computers, printers, cell phones and TVs, must be kept separate from regular trash. The City of Carlsbad offers a number of options for disposing of e-waste that are convenient and help protect the environment. Watch a video about how to get rid of e-waste. E-waste can be dropped off for free at the following city-approved drop-off locations:
- Waste Management Buyback Center, 5960 El Camino Real, Carlsbad, Hours: Tuesday – Saturday 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.; closed noon – 12:40 p.m., no appointment needed, 760-929-9400
- Waste Management Recycling Facility, 2880 Industry St., Oceanside, Hours: Alternating Saturdays 9 a.m. – 1 p.m., by appointment only, 760-929-9400
- PSC Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facility, 1145 East Taylor St., Vista, Hours: Saturdays 9 a.m. – 3 p.m., no appointment needed, 800-714-1195
Call Waste Management at 760-929-9400 or visit www.carlsbadca.gov/trash.
–City of Carlsbad
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