COVINGTON, Ky. – Covington residents will have a free, convenient opportunity to responsibly dispose of unwanted electronics during an e-waste drop-off event on Saturday, April 18.
The event will take place from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m. at BlairTech’s Tech Castle retail location at 4314 Boron Drive in Latonia, and is a partnership between the City of Covington, BlairTech, and Keep Covington Beautiful, a program of The Center for Great Neighborhoods.
This event complements the City’s annual e-waste drop-off held each June at Holmes High School, while offering an additional spring opportunity for residents to recycle electronics safely and sustainably.
In case of rain, the event will be rescheduled for May 9, 2026, from 9 a.m. to 12 p.m.
Unlike the June event, the April 18 drop-off will focus exclusively on electronics and related devices. Items such as paper, Styrofoam, and household appliances will not be accepted.
All devices containing data – including computers, printers, and copiers – will be securely handled and processed according to federal data destruction standards.
Through BlairTech’s zero-landfill commitment, many items collected will be refurbished, repurposed, and reused. Materials that cannot be reused will be responsibly recycled in their entirety, ensuring nothing is sent to a landfill.
As an added incentive, participants will receive a coupon to shop for renewed computers and accessories at Tech Castle.
“Sustainability has always been at the core of what we do,” Laura Blair, BlairTech’s marketing director said. “If a device cannot be refurbished, repurposed, or reused, it is carefully broken down into components and sent to certified downstream processors who share our zero-landfill commitment.”
Sheila Fields, the City’s Solid Waste and Recycling Manager, said partnerships like this are key to expanding environmentally responsible disposal options for residents.
“This partnership provides a convenient, local option for Covington residents to properly dispose of electronic waste at no cost,” Fields said. “In addition to this event, residents can utilize BlairTech’s services year-round. Their commitment to a circular economy supports job creation, reduces environmental impact, and keeps materials out of landfills.”
Acceptable items include:
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Computers and computer accessories (desktops, laptops, monitors, keyboards, mice, servers, routers, modems, cables, hard drives, and RAM)
Why recycle e-waste?
E-waste recycling helps protect water sources, reduces toxic pollution, and conserves valuable natural resources. Electronics contain materials such as aluminum and copper that can be recovered and reused, reducing the need for new mining.
E-waste is one of the fastest-growing waste streams in the world, accounting for 70 percent of toxic landfill material. Proper disposal ensures these materials are managed safely and sustainably.