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.

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