One option worth considering if you don’t want to dispose of the keyboard yourself is to contact the original manufacturer. Sometimes they will take old keyboards and dispose of them themselves, as they already have robust e-waste recycling programs in place for all of their parts and materials. Alternatively, if you don’t know anyone you’d like to give the keyboard, you could try selling it. Craigslist and eBay are good online marketplaces for older equipment that is still usable. Keyboards and other computer parts can command a great price if they’re in good condition. If you don’t care to make money from your old keyboard, you could also donate it to a thrift store to help others in need. However, if the keyboard doesn’t work, you’ll need to consider your local services. Some local recycling services will take e-waste, but make sure the service recycles it responsibly and doesn’t simply ship the e-waste to other countries where it may not be disposed of responsibly. Alternatively, some states and counties offer e-waste recycling services you can use. You may be able to contact your municipal solid waste agency to find out what they recycle and where. If you have a big box store near you like Best Buy or Staples, take advantage of their e-waste recycling programs. Alternatively, some smaller computer store chains also have recycling available.
