HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE
Household hazardous waste (HHW) includes products like cleaning supplies, paints, batteries, and electronics that can be harmful if not disposed of properly. It's crucial to dispose of these items through designated collection programs to protect the environment and public health. Electronic waste (e-waste) is the fastest-growing solid waste stream in the world, increasing 3 times faster than the world’s population. Only 22% of e-waste is recycled; however, e-waste streams contain valuable and finite resources that can be reused if they are recycled appropriately.
ATTENTION: Solana Center does not collect e-waste or other recyclables
Please continue to utilize other resources to keep e-waste out of the landfill.
Where can I take my electronic waste?
Keep scrolling for local options from trusted partners.
Dream Electronic Recycling is an R2 certified electronics recycler offering free electronic recycling in San Diego County for both residents and businesses. We accept all electronics, including anything with a cable, plug, or battery such as computers, laptops, TVs, monitors, printers, servers, networking equipment, and small appliances. We provide free business e-waste pickups, along with convenient public drop off options in San Diego. Learn more about our services on our website, or schedule a pickup directly for your business.
Dream Electronic Recycling also offers secure data destruction for all data bearing devices including hard drives, laptops, and servers, with certificates of destruction available upon request. A complete and up to date list of accepted electronics is available on our accepted items page. Our goal is to make electronic recycling simple and accessible for the community while helping keep electronic waste out of landfills.
Dream E-waste DROP OFF
North County Recycling Center
2930 Norman Strasse Rd STE 104, San Marcos
Weekdays — 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
Weekends — 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM
(No Appointment Needed)
Main Recycling Center – Point Loma
4009 Hicock St STE D, San Diego, CA 92110
Monday – Saturday
8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
(No Appointment Needed)
Central Drop-Off Location – Miramar
9434 Kearny Mesa Rd, San Diego, CA 92126
Weekdays — 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Weekends — 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM
(No Appointment Needed)
Check in at the Associated Storage office
Additional Household Hazardous Waste Collection Facilities for Drop Off Service
Vista: 1145 E. Taylor Street | 800-714-1195 (CleanEarth)
Poway: 12325 Crosthwaite Circle | 858-668-4710
Recycle your light bulbs and batteries:
Dream E-waste Point Loma: 4009 Hicock St STE D, San Diego, CA 92110 https://dreamewaste.com/battery-recycling/
Are you an Encinitas Resident?
IF YOU ARE AN ENCINITAS RESIDENT, please visit the City of Encinitas website for options and resources for responsible disposal of your e-waste, batteries, and light bulb materials. Encinitas City Hall is now offering a quarterly drop-off event, learn more by visiting:
If you are NOT a City of Encinitas resident, please check with your local city or county for drop-off locations in your area. Alternative Donation Option: Computers 2 Kids
More resources are below.
Dream E-waste offers PICKUP
Call CleanEarth: 800-714-1195 to schedule a pickup. Pickups for Encinitas, Del Mar, Solana Beach, and Poway are on Wednesdays. Pickups for Vista, San Marcos, and Carlsbad on Tuesdays.
Cost: $10.00 for people under 65 and FREE for people 65 and over! Under 65: you must write a check payable to CleanEarth (one word) and leave it with your recyclables. 125 pounds or 15 gallons (whichever one comes first) can be picked up at one time.
Accepted items: electronic waste, light bulbs and fluorescent tubes, batteries, fuel, smoke detectors, cleaning products, paint, and most other items that have caution/danger labels. Confirm when you are making the appointment that they accept what you have.
Residential Pickup Service
If you are trying to responsibly dispose of E-waste from your business Urban Corps has a free pick-up service! Register online by the second Friday of the month for pickup on the third Wednesday of the month. Urban Corps will contact you to confirm pick-up. All areas of San Diego County are eligible.
