Computers & Other E-Waste
Hazardous E-waste (computers, laptops, monitors, tablets, and TV’s) can be taken to one of the five state collection program locations (Johnston/RIRRC, Little Compton, Barrington, Coventry, and Narragansett). These locations will only accept hazardous E-waste. Hazardous E-waste is banned from the landfill and will result in a fine if found in the trash. Please be sure to dispose of your Hazardous E-waste properly—by bringing to one of the five state collection program locations. For more information visit www.rirrc.org/ecodepot or call 942-1430 x3241. There is no fee to drop off hazardous E-waste at these locations.
Non-hazardous plastic E-waste (keyboards, mice etc.) go in a bag in your trash cart.
Non-hazardous metal E-waste (VCR/CD/DVD players with metal cases) can go in the metal dumpster at the Whipple Ave. Recycling & Compost Facility. The Whipple Ave Recycling & Compost Facility is open on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 9:00am-1:00 pm, weather permitting. There is no fee to dispose of non-hazardous metal E-waste at the Whipple Ave. Recycling & Compost Facility.