Electronic / Universal Waste
As of February, 2006, the State of California prohibits the disposing of electronic waste, fluorescent tubes, consumer batteries and mercury thermostats into the trash. Known as "Universal Waste", these wastes are health and environmental hazards if they are improperly disposed of.Examples of prohibited wastes:
 Electronic Waste - Computers, computer peripherals, telephones, answering machines, radios, stereo equipment, tape players/recorders, phonographs, VCRs, CD players/recorders, calculators, televisions, and microwave ovens.
Mercury Containing Waste - Fluorescent tubes, high-intensity lights, sodium vapor lamps and metal halide lamps. Consumer Batteries - Including carbon-zinc and alkaline, rechargeable, NiCad, lithium, and mercury button batteries. This includes AA, AAA, C, and D batteries. |
Disposal Information
Please bring the above items to the one of Auburn Placer Disposal Service's Transfer Stations: Auburn, Meadow Vista or Foresthill Transfer Station. Most Universal Wastes will be taken free of charge during business hours. Microwaves and other small appliances
will be charged. If you have any questions please call 530-885-3735.
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