Computer Recycling in San Mateo
San Mateo businesses and residents—got old computers, laptops, or electronics? If it plugs in or runs on a battery, we recycle it responsibly. Keep e-waste out of landfills and protect our city’s future. Schedule a pickup or drop-off today!
We are open from Monday to Friday, 10 AM to 6 PM.
(Closed on Major Holidays)
70,980
Business Customers
Served
411,345
Individual Customers
Served
Where to Find Us?
GreenCitizen, Inc.
1831 Old Bayshore Hwy Suite 2, Burlingame, CA 94010
- +16504938700 Extension 103
- info@greencitizen.com
Office Hours
Monday to Friday
10:00 AM to 6:00 PM
(Closed on Major Holidays)
Closed on Holidays: New Year, President’s Day, Memorial Holiday, Independence day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving, the day after Thanksgiving, Christmas, and the day after Christmas.
San Mateo’s Commitment to E-Waste Recycling
San Mateo is a city dedicated to sustainability, waste reduction, and responsible e-waste recycling. With a population of over 100,000 residents and a thriving business sector—including technology startups, corporate offices, and retail hubs—the city has taken significant steps to minimize electronic waste and environmental impact.
San Mateo’s Climate Action Plan (CAP) and Community Climate Action Plan (CCAP) outline a strategic roadmap to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 45% and improve waste management. A key focus is on diverting electronics from landfills and ensuring that old computers, laptops, and other e-waste are properly recycled. The city partners with organizations to provide free e-waste collection events and convenient drop-off locations for residents.
Businesses and residents in San Mateo actively participate in electronics recycling programs, ensuring that outdated devices do not contribute to landfill pollution. Many local companies have integrated corporate sustainability programs to properly dispose of outdated IT equipment and office electronics through certified e-waste recyclers.
San Mateo County has also reinforced these efforts by mandating that all e-waste collected in unincorporated areas be processed by certified recyclers. Additionally, hazardous waste drop-off events make it easier for residents to safely dispose of computers, monitors, and other electronic devices while complying with California’s Electronic Waste Recycling Act.
With strong environmental policies, business engagement, and community-driven recycling efforts, San Mateo continues to set an example in responsible e-waste management. By prioritizing sustainability, zero waste goals, and e-waste reduction initiatives, the city remains at the forefront of environmental stewardship.
Computer Recycling in San Mateo Made Easy with GreenCitizen
For nearly two decades, since 2005, GreenCitizen has been the trusted choice for computer recycling in San Mateo, helping businesses and residents dispose of electronics responsibly and sustainably. We’ve served over 411,183 Bay Area residents and 70,678 businesses, diverting more than 32 million pounds of e-waste from landfills and illegal global dumping.
GreenCitizen has served San Mateo residents and businesses from several locations in Burlingame over the years, starting at 801 Mahler Road, Burlingame, later relocating to 1576 Rollins Road, and now operating from our Burlingame EcoCenter. Our facility is conveniently located near San Mateo, making it easy for residents and businesses to recycle electronics safely and responsibly.
San Mateo’s commitment to sustainability and zero waste aligns with our mission. Whether you’re upgrading office computers, clearing out old laptops, or need to recycle electronics properly, we make the process seamless. From laptops and desktops to anything that plugs in or runs on a battery, we recycle it all—ethically and securely.
San Mateo residents can easily drop off their electronics at our Burlingame EcoCenter. For businesses, we offer electronics pickup services across the entire Bay Area, ensuring proper disposal of IT assets while meeting corporate sustainability goals.
Our GreenCitizen Total Accountability Management System (GTAMS) tracks every item from pickup to final recycling, ensuring complete transparency and compliance with e-waste regulations. Plus, we guarantee irrecoverable data destruction to keep your sensitive business information safe.
Here’s the best part: We offer free laptop and desktop computer recycling for qualified items! Join thousands of San Mateo residents and businesses choosing responsible e-waste recycling. Drop off your electronics today or schedule a pickup to be part of the solution!
Acceptable & Non-Acceptable Items for Electronics Recycling
Accepted
Laptops
Desktops
Servers
Monitors/ TVs
Networking Equipment
Tablets/ Smartphones
Computer Components (Hard Drives, Circuit Boards, Keyboards, etc.)
Office Electronics (Printers, Fax Machines, Paper Shredders, etc.)
Kitchen Appliances (Toasters, Blenders, Microwaves, etc.)
Stereo Equipment (DVD Players, VCRs, Receivers, etc.)
Styrofoam (#6 Expanded Polystyrene (EPS) ONLY)
Console Video Games (Xbox, PS3, Wii, etc.)
UPS Batteries
CD/DVDs
Cables/Cords
Toner/ Ink Cartridges
Not Accepted
Bottles/ Cans
Furniture
Polyurethane
Large Appliances (Stoves, Washers, Dryers)
Non-Rechargeable Batteries (Alkaline, Carbon Zinc, Disposable Batteries)
Light Bulbs (Incandescent and Fluorescent Bulbs)
Items containing liquid mercury (Thermometers and Thermostats)
Smoke Detectors
Styrofoam #4 Low-Density Polyethylene foam (LDPE/PELD)
Hazardous Waste (Paint, Motor Oil, Sharps, Bio Hazardous Waste)
Medical Electronics (Bodily contact devices such as Glucose Sensors)
Computer and Electronics Recycling Pickup for San Mateo Businesses
Outdated electronics are piling up in offices across San Mateo, creating security risks and environmental concerns. Businesses need a trusted solution that’s efficient, secure, and compliant with regulations. GreenCitizen makes electronics recycling simple with tailored pickup services designed for companies that prioritize sustainability and data security.
Total Transparency & Accountability
We believe in full accountability when it comes to e-waste disposal. Our GreenCitizen Total Accountability Management System (GTAMS) assigns a unique asset ID to every major item collected, allowing businesses to track their electronics from pickup to final recycling. Our 100% transparent recycling process ensures that nothing is illegally dumped or improperly processed. Businesses receive audit-ready documentation, making compliance with sustainability and IT asset management regulations seamless.
Guaranteed Data Security
Data security is a top priority for businesses when recycling electronic equipment. GreenCitizen provides certified data destruction and erasure services to ensure complete removal of sensitive business information before recycling. Our NIST and DoD-compliant process guarantees that data is permanently erased, eliminating security risks. Every IT asset is handled with precision, giving businesses peace of mind that their confidential information is protected throughout the disposal process.
Convenient Electronics Pickups
San Mateo businesses operate in a fast-paced, eco-conscious environment—so we make recycling simple. We offer free laptop and desktop recycling for qualified items, giving businesses an easy, cost-effective way to dispose of outdated electronics. Scheduling a pickup is effortless with our streamlined request process, allowing your team to stay focused on business operations while we handle the rest. Our pickup services extend beyond San Mateo, making it easy for companies with multiple locations to recycle IT assets efficiently. Every item we collect is processed responsibly, ensuring that hazardous materials are kept out of landfills and the environment remains protected.
R2 and e-Stewards Certified Recycling
To combat global e-waste dumping, GreenCitizen partners exclusively with U.S.-based recyclers that are R2 or e-Stewards certified. By supporting fair market wages and responsible domestic dismantling, we ensure that all electronics are processed ethically. This approach prevents illegal exports, protects the environment, and strengthens the U.S. recycling industry.
Stay Compliant with Local and Federal Laws
Navigating e-waste regulations can be complex, but GreenCitizen makes compliance easy. We adhere to all local, state, and federal e-waste laws, helping businesses meet environmental standards while preventing hazardous pollutants from contaminating San Mateo’s air, soil, and water. Our services provide a hassle-free way for businesses to dispose of IT assets while maintaining full regulatory compliance.
Make Your Business a Sustainability Leader
Thousands of San Mateo businesses have already taken the step toward responsible electronics recycling. Join them today and contribute to a cleaner, more sustainable future. Schedule a pickup now and recycle your electronics the right way!
It went fantastic, we will have many more monitors to dispose of soon and we’d love to book a follow-up pickup in the near future (possibly in two weeks)!
The pick-up went very well. The guys were awesome and got the job done efficiently! I appreciate your service immensely and will continue to use and recommend GreenCitizen.
Thanks again for coordinating the pickup, it went very well. We will definitely keep you guys in mind the next time we have more electronics to recycle. Unfortunately, we do not have a Yelp or Google account for the company. We have worked with you guys a few times before, and would definitely recommend your services to others.
Hassle-Free Electronics Recycling for San Mateo Residents
Got old electronics taking up space? Recycling them shouldn’t be a hassle.
GreenCitizen makes it easy for San Mateo residents to safely and responsibly recycle laptops, desktops, and any device that plugs in or runs on a battery—without sending waste overseas.
Our Burlingame EcoCenter, conveniently located just beside SFO, next to the Westin Hotel, and across from the Marriott Waterfront Hotel, is a quick and accessible drop-off point for all your unwanted electronics.
Getting here is easy:
- From Highway 101 – Take the Millbrae exit, drive toward the Old Bayshore Highway, Turn right onto Old Bayshore Highway, and turn right at the next street at Cowan, then turn left into the first driveway. We are behind the building that has the 1831 Old Bayshore HWY address. (We are across from the popular restaurant, New England Lobster Market and Eatery.)
- From El Camino Real – Drive north to the Millbrae Blvd, turn right and drive toward the Old Bayshore Highway, Turn right onto Old Bayshore Highway, and turn right at the next street at Cowan, then turn left into the first driveway. We are behind the building that has the 1831 Old Bayshore HWY address.(We are across from the popular restaurant, New England Lobster Market and Eatery.)
There’s no need to schedule an appointment—just stop by, drop off your electronics, and we’ll handle the rest. Every device is processed securely, with certified data destruction to ensure your private information is permanently erased before recycling.
By choosing GreenCitizen, you’re keeping hazardous materials out of landfills while supporting a sustainable, circular economy. Thousands of San Mateo residents are already making a difference.
Join them today—visit our EcoCenter and recycle the right way!
For drop-off recycling, these are the items that are FREE to recycle and can be dropped off at the GreenCitizen Recycling Center/Eco Center in Burlingame.
Note: All Macbook EFi, Device Enrollment Program, and Remote Management Locks Must Be Removed
- Desktop computers
- Laptops
- Servers
- Tablets
- Monitors
- Network switches
- UPS batteries
- TVs
And here are the items that cost $1.00/pound to recycle.
- Cables/cords
- CD players and Walkmans
- Christmas lights
- DLP Projector TVs
- Fax machines
- Remote controls
- Heaters
- Ink/Toner
- Keyboards
- Microwaves
- Printers
- Miscellaneous electronics
- Scanners
- Stereo equipment
- VCRs
- DVD players
- Speakers
- Vacuum cleaners
- Fans
- Toasters
- Blenders
- Coffee makers
And here are the items that cost $6.00/pound to recycle.
- CDs
- Cassette tape
- Vinyl recycling
- DVDs
- Floppy disks
- VHS
- 35mm slides
- DLT/LTO
- Film negatives
Recycling electronics is no longer burdensome thanks to this place! They are extremely convenient and the person who helped me out at the front was very kind and courteous. I pulled up and dropped off a bunch of computers I had lying around and they are able to destroy the hard drive for me and recycle my computer. They also took a bunch of smaller electronics from me. Extremely glad I found them!!!
Green citizen has the best customer service/drop off on the peninsula. I would highly recommend using their service. I am a consultant to the tech industry in my small to medium business often has older computers or computer monitors to be recycled. They take the hassle out of green recycling.
They were awesome. I was helping clean my mother in laws garage out. There was one tv that was literally falling apart. No problem here. We dropped off a couple tvs, a monitor, coffee machine, an old speaker, all for around 11 dollars. We rounded up to $15 to help them continue their excellent recycling service. They were friendly helpful and have a drive through. We are customers now! Good location as well.