Wisconsin Awarded Grants for Electronics Recycling Projects
The state funding will support 39 local collection projects to improve recycling access across 35 counties.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Environmental
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The Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources has awarded $250,000 in grants to fund electronics recycling initiatives throughout the state. These funds will support 39 projects aimed at increasing collection opportunities in 35 counties.
Why it matters
The program addresses a need for more convenient and affordable electronics disposal options for residents. It is specifically designed to provide better access to recycling services for rural and underserved communities.
The state awarded $250,000 across 39 distinct projects, including two new permanent sites and as many as 55 one-day collection events. Priority for these funds was granted to counties that currently lack a permanent collection site registered under E-Cycle Wisconsin.
The players
Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources
This state agency is responsible for implementing laws and programs related to air, land, and water resources in Wisconsin.
The details
Grant recipients, ranging from private recycling businesses to county departments, are responsible for executing the collection efforts. The projects are scheduled to occur during the 2026-2027 period.
Timeline
The grant projects will be active throughout the 2026-2027 period.
The Big Picture
These grants extend the reach of the E-Cycle Wisconsin program, which establishes a formal framework for responsible electronics disposal across the state. By prioritizing underserved areas, the program updates the reach of previous waste management initiatives.
Residents in the 35 participating counties will gain easier access to disposal options for old electronics through one-day events or new permanent sites. This initiative simplifies the process of recycling hazardous electronic components that cannot be discarded in standard waste streams.
The takeaway
Responsible electronics disposal prevents harmful materials from entering local landfills. Residents should check their county waste management schedules for upcoming local collection event dates.
Further reading
For more information on state recycling initiatives, visit Wisconsin Environmental.
More information
Find additional details on the program by visiting the E-Cycle Wisconsin Information for Collectors webpage.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Weau.
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