Electronics Recycling in West Virginia

West Virginia has an electronics recycling law (passed in 2008) that places some responsibility on manufacturers and encourages proper e-waste disposal, although the program is not as comprehensive as some states'. Electronics manufacturers must register with the state and pay fees that support recycling efforts, and they are prohibited from selling products in West Virginia if not in compliance. This framework has led to the development of the West Virginia e-cycling program, which helps fund electronics collection events and supports county-level recycling programs. At one point, West Virginia implemented a temporary ban on landfilling certain electronics to jump-start recycling, but currently there is no permanent statewide landfill ban on e-waste. Electronics recycling in West Virginia is available through various county solid waste authorities that host drop-off sites or events for items like TVs, computers, and appliances. The state continues to work with manufacturers and local agencies to expand these opportunities, aiming to make it easy for residents to recycle electronics and reduce illegal dumping or improper disposal of e-waste.