Ballast Recycling
Ballast recycling through Green Century Recycling provides a responsible way to recycle electronic, magnetic, and other accepted ballasts. Serving Oregon and Southwest Washington, we support safe handling and responsible recycling of ballasts that require special processing.
Ballasts We Accept
Green Century Recycling accepts electronic and magnetic ballasts for responsible recycling. Recycling Fees vary depending on the ballast type, age, and labeling.
Electronic Ballasts
- Electronic ballasts identified as non-PCB $0.25/lb.
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Magnetic Ballasts
- Magnetic ballasts identified as non-PCB $0.25/lb.
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PCB Ballasts
- PCB ballasts manufactured before 1978 or without a legible label $5.50/lb.
How to Prepare Ballasts for Recycling
Prepare Ballasts for Recycling
Before recycling ballasts, take a few simple steps to prepare them for safe handling. Recycling fees vary depending on ballast type, age, and labeling. View Pricing →
- Keep ballasts separate from other electronics and recycling materials.
- Keep identifying labels intact and legible whenever possible.
- Separate clearly identified non-PCB ballasts from PCB or unlabeled ballasts.
- Avoid damaging or dismantling ballasts before recycling.
- Inform Green Century Recycling about damaged or unusual ballasts before drop-off or pickup.
- Review applicable recycling fees before your visit.
- Follow any additional preparation instructions for your specific materials.
Ballast Recycling Fees
Ballasts require different handling and processing depending on their type, age, and labeling. Recycling fees are determined by the applicable ballast category.
Electronic ballasts, ( non-PCB )
$0.25/lb
magnetic ballasts, ( non-PCB )
$0.25/lb
PCB ballasts manufactured before 1978 or
without a legible label
$5.50/lb
Why Recycle Ballasts?
Responsible ballast recycling helps keep lighting components out of the waste stream while supporting safe handling and responsible material recovery.
Reduce Lighting Waste
Keep used ballasts out of the waste stream through responsible recycling.
Support Safe Handling
Proper identification helps ensure different ballast types receive appropriate handling.
Recover Valuable Materials
Responsible processing supports material recovery from accepted ballasts.
Support Responsible Recycling
Proper recycling helps ensure ballasts are managed according to their type and processing requirements.
Responsible Ballast Recycling
Ballasts received by Green Century Recycling follow a responsible process—from collection and identification to appropriate handling and recycling.
We Collect
Accepted ballasts are collected through available drop-off and pickup options across Oregon and Southwest Washington.
We Handle
Ballasts are identified by type and labeling to determine the appropriate handling and recycling category.
We Recycle
Accepted ballasts are directed through responsible recycling channels according to their classification and processing requirements.