Recycling old TVs

LCD TV’s use about half the energy of CRT televisions when on.   However, most LCD’s use a small amount of electricity when off.    Overall, LCD’s are more efficient and preferred by most people.    Older TV’s also have a variety of toxic components and metals that may be reused.    The are options to properly dispose of old electronics (e-Waste) driven by laws or promotion.

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Criteria Try More information
Worth something to someone Selling it online Gazelle
Live near Best Buy Check website and drop off Best Buy
County has eWaste drop-off Storing until drop-off event Google
Can find no option Look for other services Example

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