A greenSpan Computer Recyclers
Listing reviewed: Pennsylvania recycling directory
Contact and location
- Address: 515 N. Braddock Ave. (Keystone Commons Portal 7), Pittsburgh, PA, 15145
- Phone: (866) 904-7726
- Website: agreenspan.org Items Accepted: computers and electronics operations and processing plant Certifications: Basel Action Network Pledge of True Stewardship signees;(see ban.org 'pledge signers' link ISO 14001 Hours of Operation: Other Information: Will accept personal items on sit
- County: Program Type: NON
- Program type: NON
About this listing
A greenSpan Computer Recyclers operates as an electronics recycling drop-off in Pittsburgh, PA, listed in eCycling Central's directory of Pennsylvania recycling locations.
What it costs
Most consumer drop-offs are free for typical household quantities, with possible fees on CRT TVs, large appliances, and commercial-quantity loads. Call ahead to confirm.
Pennsylvania e-waste law
Pennsylvania's Covered Device Recycling Act (Act 108 of 2010) (2010) governs how electronics must be disposed of in this state. The law uses an manufacturer-funded EPR and covers desktops, laptops, monitors, TVs, computer peripherals, e-readers, tablets.
Fee structure: Free to consumers from manufacturer-funded programs
Penalty for illegal disposal: Up to $10,000 per day per violation
Key requirements: Landfill ban since 2013 for residential. Manufacturers must achieve annual collection goals.
Source: Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection.
What can be recovered from your e-waste
Material composition varies by device, but the typical recoverable yields look like this:
- Solar panel (22000g typical) - recoverable: 0.0g gold, 16.5g silver, 280g copper, 1850g aluminium
- LED light bulb (60g typical) - recoverable: 0.001g gold, 0.01g silver, 2.5g copper, 18g aluminium
- Air conditioner (50000g typical) - recoverable: 0.0g gold, 0.2g silver, 4500g copper, 8500g aluminium
Source: Cucchiella et al. (2015) Recycling of WEEEs; Umicore Precious Metals Recovery datasheets; UNEP Recycling From E-Waste to Resources.
Before you visit
**Before you visit:** call ahead to confirm current accepted items and opening hours. Wipe personal data from any device with a hard drive or storage chip. Remove batteries from devices where possible. Some sites charge fees for CRT TVs, large appliances, or commercial-quantity drop-offs.
Per the UN Global E-Waste Monitor 2024, the world generated 62 million tonnes of e-waste in 2022 - only 22.3% was formally collected and recycled. Drop-off points like this one are how that number moves.
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Listing reviewed: April 2026 - sourced from eCycling Central's directory of US recycling locations.
Frequently asked questions
Where is A greenSpan Computer Recyclers located?
A greenSpan Computer Recyclers is located at 515 N. Braddock Ave. (Keystone Commons Portal 7), Pittsburgh, PA, 15145.
Does A greenSpan Computer Recyclers accept electronics for recycling?
A greenSpan Computer Recyclers accepts electronics for recycling. Contact them directly for current accepted items and hours.
How do I contact A greenSpan Computer Recyclers?
Call A greenSpan Computer Recyclers at (866) 904-7726 or visit http://agreenspan.org Items Accepted: computers and electronics operations and processing plant Certifications: Basel Action Network Pledge of True Stewardship signees;(see ban.org 'pledge signers' link ISO 14001 Hours of Operation: Other Information: Will accept personal items on sit.