Where do you recycle old TVs, Computers and other E-waste?

If a TV, computer, etc. is too old to donate to our local Goodwill or Salvation Army, then I would recommend taking it to the S.A.F.E. Collection Center in San Pedro. S.A.F.E. stands for Solvents, Automotive, Flammables, Electronics.

Here is a short list of examples.
Solvents: paint thinners, nail polish removers, perfumes, etc.
Automotive: tires, antifreeze, lead-acid batteries, motor oil, etc.
Flammables: household cleaners, aerosol, etc.
Electronics: anything that uses electrical power

S.A.F.E. Center
Location: 1400 N. Gaffey St. San Pedro, CA 90021
Open on: Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays Time: 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Phone: 1-800-98-TOXIC
Closed on Holidays.

Flyer in English and in Spanish.


The Department of Public Works' also has periodic Household Hazardous Waste Collection events. The events are FREE and open to all residents of L.A. County for Ewaste.

There is an upcoming event in Palos Verdes:

Palos Verdes Peninsula HHW/E-Waste Collection Event

Date: 5/8/2010

Location: Rancho Palos Verdes City Hall

Address: 30940 Hawthorne Boulevard, Rancho Palos Verdes, 90275

1 (888) CLEAN LA

These are not the most convenient locations for people that do not have cars. But hopefully we can work towards getting an E-Waste Event here in Wilmington.