Mesa County Commissioners have approved a one-year contract extension with Onsite Electronics Recycling LLC, operating as IT Refresh, to provide electronic waste recycling services at the county’s Hazardous Waste Collection Facility for 2026. The contract, approved during the January 13 administrative hearing, is capped at $120,000 (€111,000).

Electronic waste contains hazardous materials, including heavy metals, which can contaminate soil and groundwater if improperly disposed of. Colorado banned electronic waste from landfills in 2013, making certified recycling services essential for local governments and private organisations.

The Hazardous Waste Collection Facility in Mesa County processes over 240,000 pounds of electronic waste annually from residents and businesses. County officials highlighted the importance of maintaining access to a qualified and certified recycler to ensure regulatory compliance, operational efficiency, and the protection of public health and the environment.

IT Refresh has served Mesa County since 2015 and has operated in Colorado since 2013. The company maintains multiple industry certifications that validate responsible recycling practices and secure data destruction for personal and business electronic devices.

Commissioners unanimously approved the extension, citing the importance of safe and reliable electronic waste management for residents and commercial facilities countywide. The decision enables Mesa County to leverage IT Refresh’s expertise, ensuring continuity in environmentally compliant waste management operations while mitigating operational risk.

“Continued access to a certified recycler is critical to meeting state requirements while protecting our community and environment,” county officials said.

The partnership demonstrates a proactive approach to sustainable facilities management, environmental compliance, and operational continuity.

Explore how Mesa County maintains sustainable waste operations and regulatory compliance through certified electronic recycling.

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