- Where can I return my washing machine?
- Where can I donate my refrigerator? TV? Vacuum cleaner?
- Where can I return non-working or old appliances?
- Where to donate appliances in Gyumri, Vanadzor and other cities of Armenia?
These and many other questions arise at least once for every person. Let's figure out what the situation is in Armenia. But first, let’s answer the question - why is it necessary to properly dispose of appliances? Disposing of old appliances wisely and in an environmentally friendly manner is important for several reasons:
- Environment and Recycling: Electronics often contain harmful substances such as lead, mercury, cadmium and other toxic materials. Improper disposal may result in soil and water contamination. Recycling allows one to recover valuable materials from old appliances and reduce your environmental impact.
- Energy Saving: Recovering and reusing materials from old appliances saves energy that would be spent extracting and processing new raw materials.
- Efficient use of resources: Recycling appliances helps to use limited natural resources more efficiently. This helps reduce pressure on ecosystems and prevent depletion of natural resources.
- Prevent waste accumulation: The large amount of old electronics thrown into landfills creates problems in waste management. Recycling helps prevent the accumulation of electronic waste and related problems.
- Reducing energy costs: The production of new appliances requires a significant amount of energy. Recycling and reusing appliances reduces the need to manufacture new ones, which ultimately helps reduce energy costs.
- Controlling Unauthorized Disposal: Uncontrolled disposal of old appliances can lead to various problems, including environmental pollution. Systematic disposal allows you to control the process and minimize negative impacts.
With all these factors in mind, properly disposing of old appliances is an important step towards creating a more sustainable and environmentally friendly society.
There are several options for how to properly get rid of old appliances:
1 Reselling or gifting: If the appliance is still functional, you can try selling it through online platforms like List.am or gifting it to someone who can use it.
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Charity: Donating appliances to organizations or schools can be a useful way to help those who need funds for school or work. You can find charitable organizations on our map by selecting the “Charity” layer https://yrvn.am/en/maps/charity. But remember that it only makes sense to donate appliances that is really useful to the recipient, otherwise you are simply shifting the problem of disposal from yourself to the charitable organization.
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Recycling and disposal: You can find such organizations on our map by selecting the “Household Appliances” filter or by following the link https://yrvn.am/en?activeFilters=appliances. The description for each point includes the type of appliances accepted and the possibility of purchasing your old appliances.
Large companies involved in the disposal, repair or recycling of equipment in Armenia (the list is being expanded):
Vega World
Accepted for disposal and recycling:
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vacuum cleaners
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washing machines
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TVs
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water heaters, gas and electric
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air conditioners
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sewing machines
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other household devices
Sarnaran.am
Accepted for disposal and recycling:
- refrigerators
LOM.AM
Accepted for disposal and recycling:
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refrigerators
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washing machines
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TVs
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air conditioners
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gas water heaters
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other household devices
What happens to the submitted appliances?
It all depends on the profile of the company. In all cases, old equipment is disassembled for spare parts or disposed of. The VEGA World company also deals with restoration and subsequent resale in a special department, or donates appliances to charity. At Sarnaran you can also buy refurbished used refrigerators.
Companies also use the received materials for the purpose of proper disposal within the framework of the legislation of Armenia.
Dispose of old equipment wisely! Let's make Armenia cleaner!
If you know places where equipment is accepted and repaired that are not on our map, you can send us this information by sending an email to info@ecoparsec.com