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Appliance Recycling

Turn your old appliances into $50 rewards at the BGE recycling event on Sep 19, 2026.

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Upcoming Appliance Recycling Event! 

Drop off your old, working room A/C unit, dehumidifier or mini fridge for recycling and receive a $50 reward per item. We’ll even unload it from your vehicle, making drop-off easy, safe and convenient.

When: Saturday, September 19th, 2026, 8 a.m.–12 p.m.

Where: Columbia Association, 9450 Gerwig Lane, Columbia, MD 21046.

Your time is important to us. Help us cut down on wait times for the event by pre-registering for the event.

Large fridges or freezers will not be accepted at drop-off events. Schedule a home pickup to recycle your large appliances.  

ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS

  • You must be a BGE residential electric customer to participate.
  • Please bring your valid account number or a copy of a recent BGE electric bill with you to the event.
  • Room A/C units, dehumidifiers and mini fridges must be in working condition.
  • Customers can recycle up to four small appliances (room A/C units, dehumidifiers, and/or mini fridges) per residential household from Jan. 1, 2024, through Dec. 31, 2026.
  • Your reward(s) will be mailed to you within 6 to 8 weeks.

We look forward to seeing you there!

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