Details About the Law

After September 1, 2010, all Wisconsin residents must abide by the Wisconsin Electronics Recycling Law. Wisconsin residents are prohibited from disposing of specified electronics in landfills or incinerators. While a fee may still be imposed by collectors or recyclers for the recycling of the electronic device, this law was designed to make recycling easier and more convenient statewide. 

A full list of manufacturers already signed onto the program as well as electronic devices covered under this law is available at the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources WDNR website.

Banned Items

The following will be banned from collection beginning August 30, 2010:

• Cell Phones
• Computer Monitors
• Computers (Desktop, Laptop, Netbook and Tablet Computers)
• Desktop Printers (Including Those That Scan, Fax and/or Copy)
• DVD Players, VCRS and Other Video Players (i.e., DVRS)
• E-Readers
• Fax Machines
• Other Computer Accessories (Including Keyboards, Mice, Speakers, External Hard Drives and Flash Drives)
• Televisions

Facilities Accepting Electronics for Disposal

Many retailers in Wisconsin already collect electronics for proper disposal. In the Green Bay/Brown County area a variety of options already exists. As a note, some collectors may charge a fee for some or all of the types of electronics accepted under their program.

Statewide Ban

This prohibition is imposed on any person, business or entity in Wisconsin. This is a statewide ban no matter the origination of the devices households, schools, businesses, governments and institutions included.

Additional Information

More information in regards to E-Cycle Wisconsin visit: Electronics Recycling in Wisconsin page.