What is Electronic Scrap (E-Scrap)?

• Computers processors, monitors, keyboards, networking systems.
• Printers and scanners
• Phones and cellphones
• Digital cameras
• Fax machines and copiers
• Pagers, calculators, and video games

As technology advances more and more, electronics become "obsolete". But there is a way to give this equipment a second use and help protect the environment from the toxic material they may contain. It is not waste - it is a resource.

Is it harmful?

Electronics contain materials that can contaminate water and soil, and harm human and animal health.

• Lead is in the computer monitor and screens
• Cadmium is in the laptop batteries
• Mercury is inside audio equipment, phones, fax machines, scanners, digital pagers, and flat screen TVs
• Other materials include plastic, gold, silver, platinum, copper, and tin

Source: International Association of Electronics Recyclers

Our Solution

What can I do with my E-Scrap?

Don't throw it away and have it end up in the landfill!

The CACRC is a nonprofit designed to handle this problem. We give your old electronics a second chance in schools, other nonprofits, and in the community.

How the CACRC collects E-Scrap

• Community drop-off days
• Pick-up from businesses, industry, and agencies.
• Drop off at our warehouse for individuals and businesses

Drop-offs are welcome at our warehouse between 8:30AM and 4:00PM.

The CACRC recycled over 1000 tons of e-scrap last year.

Bring your old equipment to:

Capital Area Corporate Recycling Council
1400 Main Street
Baton Rouge, LA 70802
(225) 379-3577
recycle@cacrc.com