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Refrigerant-containing, electronic and hazardous waste

Refrigerants are thousands times more potent greenhouse gases than CO2. When properly recovered, they can be reused or destroyed instead of released. E-waste recycling results in lower emissions due to reduced mining of raw materials and processing. E-waste and hazardous waste are pollutants if trashed.

Why is properly recovering refrigerants so important?
What is Hazardous Waste?
What is E-Waste?

Dehumidifiers, Air conditioners, Water Coolers, Freezers, and Refrigerators

Dehumidifiers, Air conditioners, Water Coolers, Freezers, and Refrigerators

Dehumidifiers, Air conditioners, Water Coolers, Freezers, and Refrigerators

These items contain refrigerants (pressurized CFCs) such as Freon that are harmful to the climate and are required under the Clean Air Act of 1980 to be disposed of properly. Venting of CFCs or HCFCs into the air is unlawful. The EPA requires that only certified technicians recover the CFCs. There are several options for disposal. Some pay for your item and some require a fee.

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Hazardous Waste Events

Dehumidifiers, Air conditioners, Water Coolers, Freezers, and Refrigerators

Dehumidifiers, Air conditioners, Water Coolers, Freezers, and Refrigerators

Delaware county holds 4 hazardous waste events each year (appointments required). This program is open to residents of Delaware County and is NOT OPEN to businesses, institutions, or industry. CFL bulbs can be recycled at Lowes and Home Depot. Latex paint can be disposed of in trash after dry or solidified.

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E-Waste Disposal Options

Dehumidifiers, Air conditioners, Water Coolers, Freezers, and Refrigerators

E-Waste Disposal Options

There are everyday free options for disposal of easy to recycle electronic waste, occasional free options for harder to recycle items (TVs, microwaves, etc.), and doorstep pay for pickup options.

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What is Hazardous Waste?

All waste on this page is considered hazardous waste in the widest context - if released into the environment without proper disposal, they can cause harm to people and the environment. However, not all hazardous waste is accepted at community disposal events .  See the lists below for what is and is not accepted.


Accepted items:

Paint Products:

  • Turpentine
  • Paint Thinners
  • Strippers & Removers
  • Oil-Based Paints
  • Stains, Varnish, Shellac
  • Spray Paint
  • Solvent-Based Paint Products
  • Wallpaper Cement

Outdoor Products:

  • Swimming Pool Chemicals
  • Weed Killers
  • Septic Tank Degreaser
  • Asphalt Sealers
  • Roof Cements
  • Mini Propane Tanks (NO BBQ Tanks)
  • Pesticides
  • Chemical Fertilizer

Automotive Products:

  • Grease & Rust Solvents
  • Fuel Additives
  • Carburetor Cleaners
  • Transmission/Brake Fluid
  • Antifreeze
  • Car(lead-acid), Truck, Motorcycle, Marine Batteries
  • Gas, oil, Gas Oil Mixture
  • Road Flares (NOT MARINE)

Household Products

  • Kerosene
  • Rug & Drain Cleaners
  • Wood & Metal Cleaners
  • Mothballs/Flakes
  • Adhesives/Solvents
  • Spot Removers, Dry
  • Cleaning Fluid
  • Fire Extinguishers
  • Rechargeable Batteries
  • Lithium, Ni-Cad, Button,
  • Lead Acid

Household Other

  • Acids, Caustics, Solvents
  • Flammables
  • Oxidizers
  • Reactives
  • Lead
  • Mercury (Thermostats,
  • Thermometers)
  • Fluorescent Tubes, Ballast and CFLs
  • Aerosols


Delaware County does NOT accept the following at hazardous waste events:

  • EXPLOSIVES
  • AMMUNITION
  • MARINE FLARES
  • INFECTIOUS WASTE
  • MEDICAL WASTE
  • TIRES
  • LATEX PAINT (place clay based kitty litter in a hefty trash bag and add paint. Once it dries out you can dispose of as regular trash) 
  • ELECTRONICS
  • PRESCRIPTION DRUGS (drop-off container at Haverford Township police station)
  • BBQ PROPANE TANKS
  • HELIUM TANKS
  • GAS CYLINDERS
  • ASBESTOS
  • RADIOACTIVE WASTE
  • UNIDENTIFIED WASTE
  • ALKALINE BATTERIES (Can be recycled at MOM's Organic Market or disposed with household trash)
  • APPLIANCES/WHITE GOODS
  • REFRIGERANTS, FREON
  • PCBs
  • SMOKE DETECTORS 

What is E-Waste?

The definition of e-waste is likely to keep expanding as more and more household items become "connected" and technological advances continue. Below is some compiled information including segments from https://www.calrecycle.ca.gov/Electronics/WhatIsEwaste/.


Examples of "e-waste"
The term "e-waste"  is loosely applied to consumer and business electronic equipment that is  near or at the end of its useful life.  Almost anything with a cord and battery powered equipment, including vacuums, electronic toys, LED lights, anything with an LED light, computers, phones, printers, cables and wiring, chargers, paper shredders, TVs, monitors, etc.

Is "e-waste" considered hazardous?
"Electronics contain materials like copper (Cu), aluminum (Al), and iron  (Fe), and when burned these metals accumulate in the air.  Harmful  chemicals like polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE) and polybrominated  biphenyls (PBBs) are the principal toxins released when electronics are  burned. PBDEs are used as flame retardants in electronics, and during  combustion release carbon dioxide (CO2). Collectively, these various chemicals – when burned for disposal – cause harm both to humans and the environment." https://climate.org/e-waste-and-how-to-reduce-it/

Why can't I just trow my old electronics in the trash?

Many types of e-waste contain harmful materials such as lead, cadmium,  mercury, arsenic, and other toxic components. It’s vital that e-waste be  properly recycled in order to prevent these harmful materials from  contaminating our air, water, and land. https://www.dep.pa.gov/Citizens/RecyclingDisposal/Electronics/Pages/default.aspx

What should I do with my electronic discards?
The mantra of "Reduce, Reuse, Recycle" applies here.

  • Reduce your generation of e-waste through smart procurement and good maintenance.
  • Reuse still functioning electronic equipment by donating or selling it to someone who can still use it. 
  • Recycle those products that cannot be repaired. Computer monitors, televisions  and other electronic equipment should NOT be disposed of with regular  garbage. Check out the section below for electronics recycling info.

Is a Fan E-waste? Most Likely

Modern fan disassembled. Circuit board is electronic waste. Motor, wires, and metal pieces are scrap metal. The plastic pieces are trash, and the cardboard is recycling

E-Waste Disposal Options

Drop-off for Small E-waste items Haverford Township

Drop-off for Small E-waste items Haverford Township

Drop-off for Small E-waste items Haverford Township

The pictured bin is located outside the Haverford Township Municipal Building at 1014 Darby Rd and the Community Recreational and Environmental Center (CREC) at 9000 Parkview Drive. 

They are available 24/7. 

Only small electronics that fit in the chute are accepted. No items should be left outside of the bin for this free service to continue.

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Haverford Township Annual E-waste Event

Drop-off for Small E-waste items Haverford Township

Drop-off for Small E-waste items Haverford Township

This annual event, usually held in the spring, is limited to Haverford Township residents and usually requires per-registration. Air  conditioners, dehumidifiers, air purifiers, microwaves, computer  monitors, and even TV’s (no console or large projection  models) are usually accepted at this event. Link is for the Township Facebook page. Search for E-waste announcement.

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Haverford Township Bulk Trash Pickup

Drop-off for Small E-waste items Haverford Township

Haverford Township Bulk Trash Pickup

Large appliances, including all TVs, can be scheduled to be picked up curbside for a charge per item.  The minimum charge is $18 with large projection big-screen TV's, console TV's or older model tubular TV's greater than 27" counting as two items or $36.00. The electronics are properly disposed of as electronic waste. You can schedule and pay for your pickup online.

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Delaware County E-waste Events

Delaware County E-waste Events

Haverford Township Bulk Trash Pickup

Delaware County has been hosting 2 E-waste events per year (Spring and Fall). Usually, 1 TV is accepted per registration  (1 registration/person). Fees apply for additional TVs. For a list of accepted items and to find an upcoming event click on the link below. It takes you to the Pennsylvania Resources Council (PRC) who is a co-sponsor.

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Staples

Delaware County E-waste Events

Best Buy

Staples recycles certain small electronics for free (no TVs). Learn which ones are accepted at their website

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Best Buy

Delaware County E-waste Events

Best Buy

Best Buy recycles certain electronics and appliances for free including vacuums (no TVs in PA). Check out their website for accepted and unaccepted items.

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Retrievr

Search for local E-waste events

Drop-off at PAR-Recycle Works

Doorstep pickup In Haverford Township can be scheduled for $10 Retrievr for some electronics AND textiles (to be reused or to recycle). 

  • $10 for each microwave
  • $35 for each TV under 150 lbs and monitors that use a Cathode Ray Tube (CRT)
  • $100 for each TV 150 lbs or more, such as those with wooden cabinets or rear-projection TVs
  • $50 for each dehumidifier
  • $50 for each window air-conditioner
  • $50 for each mini refrigerator under 50 lbs

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Drop-off at PAR-Recycle Works

Search for local E-waste events

Drop-off at PAR-Recycle Works

Hard to recycle items such as TVs, dehumidifiers, and window air conditioners as well as LED light bulbs can be recycled by dropping off items at 2024 W. Hunting Park Ave. Philadelphia 

Tues. - Friday 9am-1pm


Fees apply for TVs, dehumidifiers, window air conditioners, etc.

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Search for local E-waste events

Search for local E-waste events

Search for local E-waste events

Keywords "e-waste" and "electronic waste" on Eventbrite

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Refrigerant/Freon/CFC containing item recycling options

PECO

Haverford Township Annual E-waste Event

Haverford Township Annual E-waste Event

Receive $75 for your working refrigerator or freezer.  Must be a standard kitchen-size fridge (10-30 cu ft)

Older refrigerators and freezers typically use four times more electricity than newer models that are being produced today.

Plus get $10 more when you recycle a working but energy-wasting room air conditioner.

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Haverford Township Annual E-waste Event

Haverford Township Annual E-waste Event

Haverford Township Annual E-waste Event

This annual event, usually held in the spring, is limited to Haverford Township residents and usually requires per-registration. Room air conditioners, dehumidifiers, air purifiers, microwaves, computer  monitors, and even TV’s (no console or large projection  models) are usually accepted at this event. Link is for the Township Facebook page. Search for E-waste announcement

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Haverford Township Bulk Trash Pickup

Haverford Township Annual E-waste Event

Haverford Township Bulk Trash Pickup

All refrigerant containing items, refrigerators, room air conditioners, dehumidifiers, freezers, and water coolers can be picked up for $18/item. The refrigerants are properly recaptured and the metal recycled. You can schedule and pay for your pickup online.

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Drop-off at PAR-Recycle Works

Montgomery County Freon Recovery

Haverford Township Bulk Trash Pickup

Hard to recycle items such as TVs, dehumidifiers, and window air conditioners as well as LED light bulbs can be recycled by dropping off items at 2024 W. Hunting Park Ave. Philadelphia
Tues. - Friday 9am-1pm


Fees apply for TVs, dehumidifiers, window air conditioners, etc.

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Delaware County Freon Recovery

Montgomery County Freon Recovery

Montgomery County Freon Recovery

Local companies are listed that will remove Freon and dispose of your appliance for a fee (some exceptions are free).

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Montgomery County Freon Recovery

Montgomery County Freon Recovery

Montgomery County Freon Recovery

Local companies are listed that will remove Freon and dispose of your appliance for a fee (some exceptions are free).

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Why is properly disposing of refrigerants so important?

  • Refrigerant molecules have up to 4,000 times larger global warming potential than CO2.
  • Refrigeration management is the #1 solution to address climate change by Project Drawdown 
  • Small releases of fluids used in refrigeration cycles can have huge global warming effects.
  • We must avoid leaks; capture and reclaim or destroy at end of use.
  • DO NOT KEEP USING EQUIPMENT THAT IS LEAKING
  • There is expansion of refrigerant usage, especially in places that are experiencing warming and adding air conditioners.

Good news

New refrigerants are being phased in that have much lower global warming potential. 

Alternative refrigerants: https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/resources/documents/choosing-new-system

https://drawdown.org/solutions/alternative-refrigerants

Always properly recycle refrigerant-containing appliances

Recycling options

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