Electronic Recycling Legislation for Connecticut
The Connecticut Electronics Recycling Law (CT General Statute Sections 22a-629 through 22a640) requires manufacturers of covered electronic devices (CEDs) to participate in a recycling program. Manufacturers can join the state-wide program or may choose to implement a private program to finance the collection, transportation, and recycling of CEDs from consumers in the state. The Connecticut Electronics Recycling Law also requires that municipalities provide a collection of CEDs from its residents. Manufacturers of computer equipment participating in the state-wide program are responsible for funding the recycling of computer equipment of their brand. Manufacturers of televisions participating in the state-wide program are responsible for financing the recycling of their market share of the total television weight collected in the state. Manufacturers are required to register annually with the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection.
Products that are covered by the Connecticut Electronics Recycling Law
- Desktop and laptop computers
- Computer monitors
- Printers
- Televisions
Who is covered by the Connecticut Electronics Recycling Law
- Households
For information about the Connecticut Electronics Recycling Law, visit the Connecticut Department of Energy and Environmental Protection website.
