Capital Area Corp Recycling

The Capital Area Corporate Recycling Council is an R2-certified, nonprofit organization committed to e-scrap reduction through recycling and the reuse of electronics by providing refurbished computers and equipment to schools, nonprofits, and low-income families through the generous contributions of supporters.  

In implementing a rigorous material management strategy set by the international Responsible Recycling Practices program, the CACRC follows downstream and data material safely until the end of life product, and is the only R2 certified recycler in Louisiana.

What is Electronic Scrap (E-Scrap)?

Computers processors, monitors, keyboards, networking systems.
Printers and scanners
Phones and cellphones
Digital cameras
Fax machines and copiers
Pagers, calculators, and video games
As technology advances more and more, electronics become 'obsolete'. But there is a way to give this equipment a second use and help protect the environment from the toxic material they may contain. It is not waste - it is a resource.

Is it harmful?

Electronics contain materials that can contaminate water and soil, and harm human and animal health.

Lead is in the computer monitor and screens
Cadmium is in the laptop batteries
Mercury is inside audio equipment, phones, fax machines, scanners, digital pagers, and flat screen TVs
Other materials include plastic, gold, silver, platinum, copper, and tin
Source: International Association of Electronics Recyclers

Our Solution

What can I do with my E-Scrap?

Don't throw it away and have it end up in the landfill!

The CACRC is a nonprofit designed to handle this problem. We give your old electronics a second chance in schools, other nonprofits, and in the community.

How the CACRC collects E-Scrap

Community drop-off days
Pick-up from businesses, industry, and agencies.
Drop off at our warehouse for individuals and businesses