West Virginia has a limited e-waste law that includes a landfill ban on certain electronics but does not require manufacturers to operate or fund recycling programs. The landfill ban, enacted in 2011, prohibits covered devices from being disposed of in state landfills. However, there is no statewide collection program, and residents must rely on local governments, special collection events, or private recyclers for proper disposal. The law applies primarily to televisions and computers.
Program Name: West Virginia Landfill Disposal Ban on Certain Electronic Devices
Year Implemented: 2011
Is Producer Responsibility Required? ❌ No
Covered Products:
Televisions
Desktop and laptop computers
Who Can Recycle:
Households (via local programs or events)
Landfill Ban? ✅ Yes – applies statewide
Manufacturer Requirements:
None
Program Website: https://dep.wv.gov/environmental-advocate/reap/cedprogram/Pages/default.aspx
