Electronic Waste

  • Electronic waste generated from households is not regulated hazardous waste.
  • Federal and State regulations specifically exclude waste generated at households from hazardous waste regulations.
  • The City of Kearney and the Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy encourages households to recycle or reuse electronic waste.
  • Goodwill at 3906 4th Avenue accepts computer waste for recycling. Acceptable items include:
  • desktop computers
  • monitors
  • mice
  • printers
  • scanners
  • laptop computers
  • keyboards
  • computer speakers
  • hard drives
  • Computer Hardware at 2315 2nd Avenue accepts electronic waste and fluorescent light bulbs for recycling. Acceptable items include:
    • all computers and computer components
    • TV's
    • VCR's
    • stereo and gaming equipment
    • CFL light bulbs and fluorescent tubes

Customers will be charged by the pound to recycle items.  Call (308) 234-9335 for more information.


  • Commercial Businesses that generate hazardous waste must comply with State Law regarding hazardous waste disposal.
    • Some electronic waste is classified as hazardous waste.
    • Commercial businesses should call Erik Waiss, Environmental Assistance Coordinator, Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy at (402) 471-8308 for advice before disposing of any hazardous or electronic waste.
    • Commercial Businesses can also contact Safety Kleen out of Grand Island at 308-384-1616 about disposal of any electronic waste.