Vermont’s e-waste program, known as E-Cycles, was launched in 2011 and is one of the most comprehensive in the country. It provides free and convenient recycling of covered electronics for households, charities, schools, and small businesses. The law requires manufacturers to fund collection and recycling efforts and includes a landfill ban on certain devices. The Vermont Agency of Natural Resources oversees program administration and enforces stringent requirements for both manufacturers and recyclers.
Program Name: Vermont E-Cycles Program
Year Implemented: 2011
Is Producer Responsibility Required? Yes
Covered Products:
Televisions
Computers (desktops and laptops)
Computer monitors
Printers and peripherals (e.g., keyboards, mice)
Who Can Recycle:
Households
K–12 public and private schools
Charities
Small businesses (≤10 employees)
Landfill Ban? Yes – effective January 1, 2011
Key Manufacturer Requirements:
Register annually with the Vermont Agency of Natural Resources
Participate in a state standard plan or create an approved individual plan
Fund collection and recycling of covered devices
Submit annual reports on compliance and recycling performance
Program Website: https://dec.vermont.gov/waste-management/solid/product-stewardship/electronics
