Computer Recycling in Berkeley
Berkeley businesses and residents—need to dispose of old electronics responsibly? GreenCitizen offers certified recycling for computers, laptops, and any device with a plug or battery. Schedule a business pickup or visit our drop-off center today. Protect the environment with safe, local electronics recycling.
We are open from Monday to Friday, 10 AM to 6 PM.
(Closed on Major Holidays)
70,966
Business Customers
Served
411,338
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.
Why Berkeley Leads in Sustainability and Electronics Recycling
Berkeley has long worn the badge of eco-leadership with pride. With a population of around 120,000 and industries ranging from education and biotech to green innovation, this forward-thinking city has sustainability woven into its DNA.
Local efforts toward zero waste aren’t just ideas on paper—they’re citywide movements. The City of Berkeley’s Climate Action Plan includes ambitious goals to eliminate waste at the source, limit single-use plastics, and expand access to recycling across both homes and businesses. The plan also pushes producers to take greater responsibility for product packaging and disposal.
UC Berkeley, a top university in the US, is a standout example with its Zero Waste Initiative. In 2022, the campus reduced landfill waste by over 1,000 tons compared to 2015. It now diverts 54% of all municipal waste and an impressive 90% of construction debris through reuse, recycling, and composting programs.
Businesses aren’t standing on the sidelines either. Corporate sustainability programs and regular e-waste events hosted across the city make responsible electronics disposal a community norm. California’s Electronic Waste Recycling Act adds another layer of accountability, making proper e-waste disposal—not just a good idea—but a legal requirement.
Berkeley Lab’s 17+ sustainability awards since 2019 speak volumes. From campus to commerce, this city is serious about change.
From laptops to desktops, computer recycling in Berkeley isn’t just an option—it’s part of the local culture. This is a city where sustainability is second nature, and where responsible e-waste disposal is more than a best practice—it’s a shared commitment.
From Campus to Commerce—Berkeley’s Go-To Partner for Computer Recycling
Berkeley has always been a city that leads by example—innovative, environmentally conscious, and committed to a cleaner future. From local homes to cutting-edge startups, the community embraces sustainable living as part of everyday life.
Since 2005, GreenCitizen has proudly served the Bay Area, and Berkeley continues to play a key role in our mission. We’ve helped 70,000 businesses and 400,000 residents divert more than 32 million pounds of e-waste from landfills—and that number keeps growing, thanks to eco-driven communities like Berkeley.
Over the years, our operations in Burlingame have evolved to better serve the region. We served Berkeley from our downtown Berkeley center at 1971 Shattuck Ave, Berkeley, CA 94704 earlier; we now welcome Berkeley residents and businesses at our Burlingame EcoCenter: 1831 Old Bayshore Hwy, Suite 2, Burlingame, CA 94010.
Have an old desktop, laptop, or any device that plugs in or runs on batteries? We make it easy to recycle them responsibly. Berkeley businesses can schedule convenient pickups, and every item is tracked using our GreenCitizen Total Accountability Management System (GTAMS), which ensures full transparency through certified recycling. We also provide secure, unrecoverable data destruction to meet strict compliance and privacy standards.
And here’s the best part—eligible laptops and desktop computers can be recycled at no cost. If you’re in Berkeley and ready to make sure your electronics are handled the right way, GreenCitizen is ready to help.
Bring your electronics to our center today or schedule a business pickup.
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)
Stay Compliant, Stay Secure—Electronics Recycling Solutions for Berkeley Businesses
In Berkeley, where innovation and environmental awareness go hand in hand, responsible electronics recycling is more than a checkbox—it’s part of the culture. Whether you’re managing IT in a downtown office, supporting green initiatives at a university department, or running a sustainable retail brand, safe e-waste disposal reflects the city’s values. GreenCitizen partners with Berkeley’s forward-thinking professionals to recycle computers, laptops, and tech gear with speed, precision, and guaranteed data protection.
Solutions Designed for Berkeley’s Dynamic Workplaces
In a fast-paced city where new tech comes in as fast as the old goes out, unused electronics pile up quickly. That’s why GreenCitizen offers free pickup for eligible laptops and desktops—no complex logistics, no unnecessary downtime. You request. We collect. Our team handles transport, documentation, and certified recycling, so your team can stay focused on your mission.
Secure Data Destruction That Meets Compliance Needs
Berkeley organizations take privacy seriously—and so do we. Our data destruction services follow strict NIST and DoD protocols, ensuring every device is sanitized before recycling. You can rest assured that sensitive information never leaves your custody unprotected.
Verifiable Recycling with Full Lifecycle Tracking
Every major device we pick up is tagged with a unique ID through our GreenCitizen Total Accountability Management System (GTAMS). From initial pickup to final processing, you receive full documentation for audits, compliance, or your own sustainability reports.
Certified, Responsible Recycling That Supports U.S. Jobs
Your electronics won’t be shipped overseas or dumped irresponsibly. We work exclusively with R2 and e-Stewards certified recyclers based in the United States. This supports ethical processing and strengthens the green economy.
Helping Berkeley Advance Its Environmental Goals
Berkeley has always been a front-runner in environmental planning, from its robust Climate Action Plan to citywide zero waste initiatives. GreenCitizen supports these efforts by helping businesses meet e-waste compliance while improving day-to-day sustainability practices.
From monitors and desktops to phone chargers and obsolete tech gear—we’ll pick it up and recycle it responsibly. Book your electronics recycling pickup today and keep Berkeley’s green legacy growing.
We would like to thank you for picking up all the styrofone. We are really interested on helping our planet.We will call you or email you for another pick up when we have it.
Our pickup went great yesterday. We always appreciate your services! The pickup was professional and helpful! Thank you!
Thank you for this wonderful business service you are doing. Thank you so much for helping us recycle our ewaste from our office closing. We are SO HAPPY to be able to donate all our IT Ewaste from our office shutdown to GreenCitizen. You get lots of Good Green Karma credits. Thank you!
Where Berkeley Recycles Smart—Walk-In Electronics Drop-Off with Zero Hassle
Sustainability runs deep in Berkeley—from curbside composting to cutting-edge climate policy. Now, recycling your old laptop or cables is just as easy. No scheduling, no second-guessing—just drop off your electronics and trust they’ll be recycled safely and responsibly.
We know Berkeley moves fast. That’s why there’s no need to book ahead. Our Burlingame EcoCenter is easily accessible from Berkeley, and we’re open during standard business hours. Come by when it works for you—we’ll handle your devices with care and process everything responsibly.
Directions from Berkeley to GreenCitizen
Start on I-580 West toward San Francisco on the Bay Bridge. Merge onto I-80 South, then continue onto US-101 South. After that, take the Millbrae exit. Head toward Old Bayshore Highway, turn right, then another right onto Cowan Road. Look for the first driveway on your left. We’re located behind the building with the address saying 1831 Old Bayshore Hwy, Suite 2, right across from the New England Lobster Market and Eatery.
Don’t stress about what’s left on that hard drive. Every device you drop off is wiped using data destruction protocols that meet NIST and DoD standards—ensuring your private or business data is never at risk.
Your electronics won’t leave the country or end up in a landfill. We only work with R2 and e-Stewards certified recyclers within the United States, keeping materials out of dumpsites and supporting American green jobs.
Join the many in Berkeley already taking action to reduce e-waste. Stop by GreenCitizen and give your electronics a second life—safely, securely, and without the environmental compromise.
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
LOVE the convenience of this fabulous recycling service in our community! anything we can do to keep Styrofoam and other unwanted electronic items out of our garbage is a blessing. I had a bunch of light fixtures that came in boxes with Styrofoam and I wasn’t sure what to do with them until I found Green Citizen. Right off the 101 and into their driveway for an easy drop off! The people working there are friendly and helpful too. I highly recommend this incredible business.
The team at GreenCitizen is absolutely stellar. Today, I went to Green Citizen for the first time to recycle my monitor, hard drives, and cell phones. They recycled all my items (some for free) for a very small fee. The team member who assisted me today was very friendly and took the time to explain the different services they offer. I’ll be coming back for sure!
The staff at Green Citizen were incredibly informative, helpful and courteous.The process of dropping off computers and hard drives for destruction was so quick and simple. They have an efficient set up. I highly recommend them and I will definitely be going back to them when I have additional items to recycle. It’s an impressive organization.