Green Century Recycling

Recycling Center in Portland, Oregon

📍 2950 NW 29th Ave #200, Portland, OR 97210
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📞 +1 503-764-9963 🌐 Visit Website 🗺 Get Directions

About This Location

Green Century Recycling is an R2v3-certified electronics recycler with a public drop-off in northwest Portland open Wednesday through Saturday, accepting TVs, computers, appliances, Styrofoam, and batteries at no charge for most items.

What this location Accepts

✓ Computers, laptops, servers, networking equipment
✓ Monitors and TVs
✓ Printers, scanners, fax machines, copiers
✓ Cell phones, PDAs, chargers, cords, power strips
✓ Gaming consoles, DVD/VCR players, audio equipment, cameras
✓ UPS systems, lead-acid batteries, laptop batteries, lithium-ion batteries
✓ Hard drives (with secure data destruction)
✓ Ferrous and non-ferrous metals
✓ Cardboard
✓ Styrofoam (fee applies)
✓ Fluorescent tubes, ballasts, capacitors (fee applies)
✓ Household batteries AA/AAA/C/D/9V (fee applies)
✓ Ink and toner cartridges, media (CDs, DVDs, VHS) (fee applies)
✓ Solar panels, refrigerators, freezers, dehumidifiers (fee applies)

Related recycling guides: Electronics · Batteries · Appliances · Cardboard & Paper

What they do not accept

✕ Fire extinguishers
✕ Mercury-containing devices (thermostats, smoke detectors)
✕ Wood
✕ #1 PETE, #5 PP, and #7 plastics

Fees

  • Most electronics — Free
  • Universal waste (fluorescent tubes, ballasts, household batteries) — Fee applies; contact facility for current rates
  • Styrofoam — Fee applies
  • Specialty items (solar panels, refrigerators, ink/toner cartridges, optical media) — Fee applies; contact facility for current rates

Programs & events

  • Secure Data Destruction — Logical wipe or physical shredding for data-bearing devices; compliant with industry standards
  • IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) — Business-focused ITAD with asset reporting and compliance documentation; nationwide pickup available

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

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Green Century Recycling drop-off open on weekends?

Saturday only, from 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM. The facility is closed Sunday through Tuesday; Wednesday–Friday hours are 8:00 AM–5:00 PM.

Does Green Century Recycling accept televisions for free?

Yes, TVs and most consumer electronics are accepted free of charge. However, certain items such as Styrofoam, fluorescent tubes, household batteries, and large appliances like refrigerators carry recycling fees. Call 503-764-9963 or check oregonrecycles.com for the current fee schedule.

Can Green Century Recycling securely destroy data on hard drives?

Yes. The facility is R2v3 certified and performs certified secure data destruction using logical wiping or physical shredding. A certificate of data destruction is available for businesses.

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Contact & Location

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2950 NW 29th Ave #200, Portland, OR 97210
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Portland, Oregon

Opening Hours

Monday Closed
Tuesday Closed
Wednesday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Thursday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Friday 8:00 AM–5:00 PM
Saturday 11:00 AM–3:00 PM
Sunday Closed

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