Recycling in Newark, NJ

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• ECUA: Computer and Electronics Recycling (opens in new tab) · Essex County Utilities Authority
  • ECUA e-waste days are free to Essex County residents with proof of residency; residents are not charged any fees. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Accepted: computers, monitors, printers, fax machines, scanners, telecom equipment, speakers, televisions, keyboards, mainframes, VCRs, stereos, DVD players, toasters, irons and cell phones. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Microwave ovens are not accepted at e-waste days. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • The listed event is Saturday, October 17, 2026, 9 a.m.–3 p.m., at the Essex County Dept. of Public Works, 99 West Bradford Ave, Cedar Grove. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Commercial and large-quantity users may not drop off items. Checked October 26, 2026.
• ECUA: Household Hazardous Waste Collection (opens in new tab) · Essex County Utilities Authority
  • ECUA HHW collections are free to Essex County residents with proof of residency. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Accepted: oil-based paints and stains, NiCad/rechargeable batteries and car batteries, among other HHW. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Oil-based paints and stains are accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Latex paint and household batteries (AA, AAA, C, D, 9V) are not accepted. Checked October 26, 2026.
• Newark DPW: Trash and Bulk Collection Schedule (opens in new tab) · City of Newark Department of Public Works
  • Newark DPW is at 62 Frelinghuysen Avenue, Newark, NJ 07114; phone (973) 733-3644. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Electronics (computers, TV, etc.) can be dropped off for recycling at Newark DPW Headquarters, 62 Frelinghuysen Ave, Mon–Fri 8 a.m.–4 p.m. and Sat 8 a.m.–12:30 p.m. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • Bulk curbside collection is twice a month, once in each zone: Zone A the 1st Wednesday, Zone B the 2nd Wednesday. Checked October 17, 2026 (automated check).
  • Bulk items include couches, tables and chairs, mattresses, dressers, closets, vanities and rugs. Checked October 17, 2026 (automated check).
  • Every residence is limited to ten bulk items per scheduled bulk day; extra items must be removed by a private hauler at the owner's expense. Checked October 17, 2026 (automated check).
  • Not accepted as bulk: construction debris, paint, drywall, roofing, glass, windows, auto parts, engines, transmissions, bumpers and tires; the City recommends a private hauler. Checked October 17, 2026 (automated check).
  • Appliances and white goods are collected by appointment only: refrigerators, stoves, washing machines and dryers, air conditioners. Checked October 17, 2026 (automated check).
  • Call Newark DPW at (973) 733-3644 for an appointment. Checked October 17, 2026 (automated check).
• Newark DPW: What We Pick Up (opens in new tab) · City of Newark Department of Public Works
  • Lead-acid batteries (household and car) should be dropped off at 62 Frelinghuysen Ave, Mon–Fri 8:30 a.m.–3 p.m. Checked October 26, 2026.
  • The What We Pick Up page lists couches, tables, chairs, covered mattresses (up to 3), dressers, closets, rugs, exercise equipment and vanities as bulk. Checked October 17, 2026 (automated check).
• P.L.2008, c.130: Amendments to the Electronic Waste Management Act (opens in new tab) · New Jersey Legislature
  • The Electronic Waste Management Act bars charging consumers any fee or cost for the collection, transportation or recycling of covered electronic devices. Checked October 17, 2026 (automated check).
  • An authorized recycler may charge schools and local government units reasonable costs for collecting, transporting or recycling covered electronic devices. Checked October 17, 2026 (automated check).
  • DEP must keep a website and toll-free number listing where consumers can bring covered electronic devices for recycling. Checked October 17, 2026 (automated check).
• P.L.2016, c.87: Amendments to the Electronic Waste Management Act (approved January 9, 2017) (opens in new tab) · New Jersey Legislature
  • Covered electronic devices are desktop or personal computers, computer monitors, portable computers, desktop printers, desktop fax machines and televisions sold to a consumer. Checked October 17, 2026 (automated check).
  • A television is a stand-alone display system (CRT or other display) for receiving broadcast video, with a viewable area greater than 4 inches diagonally. Checked October 17, 2026 (automated check).
  • Portable computers, including laptops, with a video display greater than 4 inches are covered. Checked October 17, 2026 (automated check).
  • Manufacturer recycling programs must accept all types and brands of used covered electronic devices, including orphan devices. Checked October 17, 2026 (automated check).
  • DEP must ensure there are enough electronics collection opportunities in each county, convenient to consumers to the extent practicable. Checked October 17, 2026 (automated check).
  • DEP must ensure collection sites do not place unreasonable limits on the number of covered devices a consumer may drop off. Checked October 17, 2026 (automated check).
  • A consumer is a person, State entity, school district or local government unit that bought a covered device at retail; business concerns are not consumers. Checked October 17, 2026 (automated check).
  • Handheld devices used for commercial mobile data or mobile radio service (cell phones) are not covered electronic devices. Checked October 17, 2026 (automated check).
  • Electronics inside a microwave oven are excluded from covered electronic devices, so microwaves are not part of the e-waste program. Checked October 17, 2026 (automated check).
• P.L.2007, c.347: Electronic Waste Management Act (as enacted) (opens in new tab) · New Jersey Legislature
  • Each county recycling plan had to designate collection sites for used televisions, and may designate sites for other covered electronic devices. Checked October 17, 2026 (automated check).
• N.J.S.A. 13:1E-201 Retailers to accept used lead acid battery (opens in new tab) · New Jersey Legislature (Office of Legislative Services)
  • Every lead acid battery retailer (and wholesaler) must accept a used lead acid battery from the public during business hours when offered in exchange with the sale of a new one. Checked October 25, 2026 (automated check).
• N.J.S.A. 13:1E-199 Definitions (lead acid batteries) (opens in new tab) · New Jersey Legislature (Office of Legislative Services)
  • Lead acid batteries here are storage batteries designed for motor vehicles, aviation equipment or marine vessels. Checked October 25, 2026 (automated check).
• N.J.S.A. 13:1E-204 Retailer to display notice that lead acid batteries may be recycled (opens in new tab) · New Jersey Legislature (Office of Legislative Services)
  • Retailers must post a notice: lead acid batteries can be recycled there, discarding an automotive or marine lead acid battery is illegal, and state law requires them to accept one with a new battery purchase. Checked October 25, 2026 (automated check).

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