Electronics Survey

WCRC'S Electronics Survey

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Producer Responsibility Campaign

2006 Washington State
Proposed E-Waste Legislation

Toxics in Electronics

2004 Washington State
Electronic Waste Legislation

WCRC's A Citizen's Guide to Producer Responsibility

WCRC's Electronics Survey aa

Computer TakeBack Campaign

What You Can Do

WCRC's survey of 407 Seattle area residents found that 92% of respondents believe that electronics manufacturers should be responsible for designing easily recyclable, less toxic products, and for providing a safe and convenient way to recycle those products.

In addition, the study revealed that retailers have a role to play. 61% of the respondents would prefer to take their computers and electronic products back to a retailer for recycling, even if free recycling was offered at local landfills and transfer stations or through the original manufacturer.

The study also found that 71% of the respondents would prefer to have the recycling fee included in the overall price of the product, rather than presented as a separate fee. Importantly, when faced with a “pre-paid” recycling fee added to the cost of the product, residents are highly unlikely to adjust their buying habits. They will still buy the television or computer of their choice.

View the full survey on-line or call WCRC for a hard or emailed copy.

WCRC's Electronic Survey Press Release
WCRC Electronic Survey Results

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