Outstanding Renewal Enterprises Grand

Recycling Center in New York, New York

📍 539 E 13th St, New York, NY 10009
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About This Location

Outstanding Renewal Enterprises, Inc. — operating as the Lower East Side Ecology Center since 1987 — is one of New York City's oldest community-based recycling nonprofits, running free public drop-off events for electronics, textiles, paint, and compost that supplement NYC's curbside program.

What this location Accepts

✓ Consumer electronics — computers, laptops, monitors (LCD/LED), TVs, printers, tablets, cell phones, game consoles, VCRs/DVRs, audio-visual equipment, networking devices
✓ Textiles — clothing, towels, curtains, bedding (clean and dry)
✓ Paint (latex and oil)
✓ Vapes / e-cigarettes
✓ Compost / food scraps (at managed composting sites)

Related recycling guides: Electronics · Yard Waste · Textiles & Clothing

What they do not accept

✕ CRT televisions and monitors weighing over 100 lbs — check event listings for exceptions
✕ Printers over 100 lbs
✕ General household trash
✕ Drop-off at 539 E 13th St without a scheduled event — this is an administrative address, not a walk-in center

Programs & events

  • Community E-Waste Collection Events — Free drop-off events for consumer electronics held at parks and community spaces across all five NYC boroughs. Electronics accepted include computers, phones, TVs (under 100 lbs), and most consumer devices. Events typically run 10am–2pm.
  • Textile Recycling — Clean, dry clothing, towels, curtains, and bedding accepted at community events alongside electronics.
  • Public Composting — The organization manages public compost collection sites and education programs in partnership with NYC Parks.

Materials, fees and hours can change — call ahead to confirm before your visit.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I walk in to 539 East 13th Street to drop off electronics anytime?

No. The 539 E 13th St address is an administrative/mailing address for Outstanding Renewal Enterprises, not a walk-in drop-off center. To recycle electronics, textiles, or paint, visit their community event calendar at lesecologycenter.org to find the next scheduled event near you.

Does the Lower East Side Ecology Center accept CRT televisions?

Working and non-working consumer electronics are generally accepted at their community events, but printers over 100 lbs are excluded. CRT TV acceptance can vary by event — check the specific event listing or call 212-477-4022 to confirm before bringing a large CRT unit.

Is drop-off free at LES Ecology Center events?

Yes. All public community collection events run by Outstanding Renewal Enterprises / Lower East Side Ecology Center are free for residential drop-off. There is no charge for electronics, textiles, or paint at their scheduled public events.

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