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Published on November 12th, 2008

Dell & Staples Partner in National Computer Recycling Program

Starting today, consumers can now drop off any Dell branded computers, printers, monitors or accessories for free recycling at any of Staples’ 1,500 U.S. stores.

The program is one of the largest ongoing computer recycling programs in the country, and customers are not required to make any purchases to take advantage of it.

Staples and Dell are working with Eco International to handle the recycling of the computers and equipment. Per this agreement, the export of waste and the landfilling of any environmentally sensitive materials are prohibited.

“It’s clear that the key to making consumer electronics recycling efforts work lies in making programs affordable and convenient, as well as raising consumer awareness about recycling,” said David Daoud, research manager for IDC. “The Dell and Staples effort is a very compelling manufacturer-retailer recycling partnership and is a substantial step forward in increasing the number of computers recovered for responsible recycling in the United States.”

Customers can also take advantage of free recycling of cell phones and smaller electronics at Staples, as well as the recycling of larger office technology and non-Dell branded computers for a small fee. Ink and toner cartridges can be returned to the store for $3 back in Staples Rewards.

The partnership with Staples is another Dell recycling initiative, along with its Reconnect partnership with Goodwill Industries.

9 Comments

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    posted on November 13th, 2008 at 5:27 am

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  2. Felix Staratschek

    posted on November 23rd, 2008 at 3:11 pm

    There is a special technique for e- waste- recycling called kryo- recycling:
    http://www.buendnis-zukunft.de/phpBB2/viewtopic.php?t=165

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  4. Felix Staratschek

    posted on December 23rd, 2008 at 10:59 pm

    For more recycling and against incineration:
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    posted on January 18th, 2009 at 9:24 pm

    [...] Dell/Staples – Consumers can recycle any Dell-branded computer product for free at any Staples store in the U.S. [...]

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    posted on March 12th, 2009 at 11:15 am

    [...] Earth911.com. Also, some companies take back items at the end of their usable lives. One example is Dell, who offers free recycling of old products when customers buy new [...]

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    posted on July 13th, 2009 at 7:51 pm

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  8. Evelyn Moore

    posted on November 23rd, 2009 at 8:17 am

    I am writing an 8 page report on Computer Recycling and I was hoping you would be able to help me.
    By explaining how computers are recycled?
    Thank you for your time and help.

  9. arrah

    posted on December 1st, 2009 at 6:20 am

    Our Asset disposal service allows for the recycling of redundant IT equipment in an effective, environmentally sound manner.
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