ERI

Need to turn waste into value? ERI recycles electronics right here in Long Island City, turning old gadgets into reusable materials without leaving the neighborhood. They handle everything from data-bearing drives to retired servers and large-format printers; the facility accepts common household devices along with commercial e-waste. A few clicks on their site can outline exactly what’s eligible, so you know what to drop off before you arrive. The center processes items to strict environmental standards and keeps toxic metals from landfills. The recycling center sits a short ride from Queensboro Plaza on the 28–07 Jackson Avenue 5th floor; the elevator takes visitors straight to intake. ERI doesn’t just haul equipment away—it dismantles components efficiently and refurbishes what it can. Monitors, keyboards, networking gear, circuit boards, and small appliances all pass through the same streamlined intake system once you arrive. Save (800) 374-3473 in your contacts if you’re hauling a load to 28-07 Jackson Ave 5th Floor, Long Island City, NY 11101—call ahead to confirm drop-off lanes or pickup needs. For quick door-to-door directions once you’re on the move, pull up the map here: e-waste center map.